AJI ECUATORIANO CASERO - Facil Rapido y Delicioso

tomate de arbol

💰Cheaper: roma tomatoes

Roma tomatoes are more widely available and can mimic the flavor.

cilantro

💰Cheaper: parsley

Parsley can be used as a milder herb substitute.

Cook 2 tomates de árbol for approximately 25 minutes.

Make sure to score the tomatoes to avoid issues when peeling.

Once cooked, peel the tomatoes and place them in a blender.

Add approximately 1 cup of water to the blender with the tomatoes.

Blend the mixture until smooth.

Strain the blended mixture.

Finely chop 1 medium onion and add it to the strained mixture.

Add 1/4 cup of finely chopped cilantro.

Season with a pinch of salt and a drizzle of oil.

Mix everything well and the ají is ready to serve.

Cooking Techniques

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