Aji Amarillo Sauce – Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
1 min
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Cook Time
2 mins
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Total Time
3 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
130 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Condiments
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Cuisine
American, Argentinian
Aji Amarillo Sauce – Recipe
Description
Aji Amarillo Sauce begins with fresh aji amarillo peppers, combined with onion, garlic, and olive oil to form a thick, flavorful paste. Mixed with mayonnaise, crema or sour cream, tomato paste, minced shallot, and lime juice, it becomes a creamy sauce that balances mild heat with tanginess and richness. The shallot contributes subtle sweetness and texture, while the tomato paste adds depth, and lime juice brightens the overall taste.
The sauce works well as a condiment alongside grilled meats, seafood, or as a dipping sauce. Its creamy consistency lends itself to spreading or dolloping, bringing a distinct South American flavor component. Adjusting the seasoning with salt and pepper ensures a well-rounded taste.
The recipe yields about one cup of sauce, sufficient for multiple servings or as part of a meal accompaniments.
Ingredients
FOR THE AJI AMARILLO PASTE
- 2 aji amarillo peppers chopped
- 1 tablespoon onion chopped
- 1 garlic chopped, clove
- Pinch salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
FOR THE SAUCE
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup crema or use sour cream
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste (ketchup is a good substitute)
- 1 shallot minced, small
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- For the paste, add all of the ingredients to a food processor and process until nice a thick paste forms.
- For the sauce, mix in the remaining ingredients. You can either mix by hand or use the processor for a thinner consistency.
- Adjust for salt and pepper and serve!
Notes
- Prepare the aji amarillo paste in advance and store it covered in the refrigerator to preserve freshness.
- This sauce yields about one cup, suitable for multiple servings or recipes.
- Crema can be substituted with sour cream if needed, and ketchup works as a tomato paste alternative.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste before serving to balance the flavors.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 130 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 130kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 9mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 135mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 38mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 95IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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