COLOMBIAN ENCURTIDO OR HOT SAUCE | How To Make Colombian Ají Picante | SyS

vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds flavor and is often more nutritious.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers a similar richness with a higher smoke point.

Chop cilantro, tomato, red bell pepper, green onion, and jalapenos.

Add chopped garlic to the mixture.

Pour in vegetable oil, lime juice or lemon juice, and a little bit of water.

Add white vinegar and white sugar to balance flavors.

Season with salt to taste.

Stir until everything is well combined.

Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for about a week.

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