Salsa De Aji Rocoto by Astaray, and Ecuadorian Hot Sauce company!

aji peppers

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: jalapeños

Bell peppers offer a milder flavor, while jalapeños add heat.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is more affordable.

Introduce the hot sauce from Aster, an Ecuadorian company.

Mention the ingredients of the sauce: ratoto chilies, tree tomato, water, vegetable oil, onion, salt, and xanthan gum.

Discuss the unique characteristics of the ratoto pepper, including its black seeds.

Explain that the sauce is typically used on ceviche, steak, and salads.

Describe the appearance and aroma of the sauce, noting its tangy scent and texture.

Taste the sauce using an anatomical snuff box technique, explaining the method of using the thumb to create a pocket for tasting.

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