Salsa de Aji Picante: Colombian Hot Pepper Salsa
A vibrant and piquant Colombian aji salsa, made from fresh chili, tomato, and cilantro, serves as an excellent accompaniment to grilled meats and arepas.
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Instructions
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Blend the habanero pepper with water, vinegar, lime juice, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon sugar until smooth.
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In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, onion, green onions, and cilantro; toss with the blended pepper mixture and olive oil until well combined.
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Adjust seasoning to taste with additional salt, sugar, and black pepper.
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Refrigerate the salsa in a covered container for a minimum of one hour before serving.
Nutritional Info (per serving)
Calories:
124 kcal
Carbohydrate:
10 g
Cholesterol:
0 mg
Fiber:
2 g
Protein:
2 g
Saturated Fat:
1 g
Sodium:
716 mg
Sugar:
6 g
Fat:
9 g
Unsaturated Fat:
0 g