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Authentic Colombian pico de gallo: Colombian Sauce for Empanadas

Tomatoes, onions and cilantro - what could be simpler than that? Yet authentic Colombian pico de gallo dazzles in its simple, sharp flavours and perky attitude. Check out my approach for making these simple ingredients shine!

Prep Time
10 mins
Additional Time
4 hrs
Total Time
4 hrs 10 mins
Servings: 4 serving
Course: Side Dish , Appetizer , Condiments
Cuisine: Colombian

Ingredients

  • 4 Roma tomatoes or 2 large juicy tomatoes
  • 1 white onion
  • 1 lemon, juice of
  • 1 lime, juice of
  • ½ bunch fresh cilantro
  • salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

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  1. Finely chop tomatoes and onion. Mince fresh cilantro. Mix thoroughly with lemon and lime juice in large bowl. Season with salt and pepper, taste and correct seasonings. Cover, and leave to macerate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, and preferably overnight.
  2. Serve with cheese arepas (https://immigrantstable.com/2018/03/29/authentic-colombian-cheese-arepas-with-all-the-fixings-gf-veg/), tortilla chips, patacones, or your favourite quesadillas.