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Ají Picante is one of the most popular condiments in Colombian cuisine and is a must accompaniment to Colombian Empanadas.
Ají Picante is something that I can’t do without. I eat my soups, rice and stews with it, as well as some other Colombian dishes such as stuffed potatoes (papas rellenas) and Fried Chicken Pies (pasteles de pollo).
There are many different variations of ají in Colombia, dependent on the region and personal recipes. Some of the recipes variations include Ají de Mani (peanut hot sauce), Ají de Huevo (hard boiled egg hot sauce), Aji Picante (traditional Colombian hot sauce), and this Ají de Aguacate (avocado hot sauce).
Ají de Agucate is one of my favorite variations and is absolutely delicious with empanadas, grilled meats, salted potatoes (papa salada), fried green plantains (patacones) and plantain chips (platanitos).
Buen provecho!
Ingredients
- 2 avocados
- 1 habanero pepper, seeded and finely chopped
- 1 hard boiled egg, chopped
- Juice of two limes
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons of white vinegar
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 scallions finely chopped
- 4 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Directions
- Place all the ingredients in a food processor. Process until the mixture is well combined.
- If the mixture is too thick, add more lime juice until you reach the desired consistency.
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Angie@Angie's Recipes says
Definitely a must-try! Looks so inviting!
Joanne says
I’ve never heard of this condiment before but I know I’d LOVE the spice!
Ivy says
I love learning so much about Colombian cuisine. I have to try this one as I know I would love it.
Evelyne@cheapethniceatz says
Oh wonderful avocados, this looks like a great recipe to add top dishes.
Chris says
Pinning this to make later, I love the Aji I have had before even if it was a bit too spicy.
Vashti says
Just made this last night and it’s delicious! Wonderful over pork, rice and beans. The raw onions in it made me a little woozy but the effect dissipates overnight.
Anonymous says
I am from Venezuela, and I love colombian cuisine !!!
Charley says
Food looks delicious!, I am a food lover and I am sure I will enjoy the food. Love the photos and the post 🙂
anek food92 says
Thanks for the tips i will try it .. !! thank you..!!