Best 2 Peruvian Yellow Pepper Sauce Recipes

A seemingly simple combination of aji amarillo peppers, oil, garlic, onion, cilantro, spices, and broth, Peruvian yellow pepper sauce, also known as aji amarillo sauce, packs a flavor punch that can elevate any dish from ordinary to extraordinary. Whether you're drizzling it over grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or mixing it into stews, soups, and rice dishes, this versatile sauce adds a vibrant color and a delightful balance of heat, smokiness, and tanginess that is sure to tantalize your taste buds.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

AJí AMARILLO SAUCE RECIPE

Ají Amarillo Sauce Recipe image

This unique pepper with a spicy but fruity flavour, is the most popular pepper in Peru, and used in popular recipes. Learn how to make Aji Amarillo Sauce.

Provided by Eat Peru

Categories Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

½ cup ají amarillo ((50 g))
2 tbsp oil
2 eggs
3 cups water
1 tsp salt
1 tsp mustard
¼ cup white vinegar
¼ cup sour cream
1 bay leaf
1 clove garlic
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

In a small pot, add 3 cups of water, 1 teaspoon of salt and when it starts to boil, add the eggs and cook them for 10 minutes. Drain the hot water, and let them stand. When they are cold, remove the eggshell.
For this step, you must wear gloves and mask because the ají amarillo is very spicy and tend to be irritating. First, cut the stem of the ají amarillo, discard them and then cut the ají amarillo in a transversal way. Remove the seeds with the help of a teaspoon, never with your fingers. Discard the seeds.
Put the ají amarillo in water for a few minutes to lose excess spicy gas. Then, in a small pan, add the oil, garlic, ají amarillo and the whole bay leaf, stir them for a few minutes. When they are golden, remove them from the heat, and let them stand. Remove the bay leaf.
In the blender, add roasted ají amarillo, eggs, mustard, vinegar, and milk cream. Blend a few minutes until you get a homogeneous mixture. Add salt and pepper to taste, beat a few more seconds.
This sauce can be used as a dip or as a side dish of meats. Store the sauce in a clean, dry glass container inside the refrigerator.

PERUVIAN YELLOW PEPPER SAUCE

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Adapted from the Barbecue Bible Sauces Rubs and Marinades. This is an adaptation of Aji Amarillo Sauce with ingredients that may be a little easier to find. This is a good sauce to serve with grilled meat, poultry or seafood, or in recipes that call for Aji Amarillo Sauce. You can substitute additional vinegar for the lime juice.

Provided by Chocolatl

Categories Sauces

Time 35m

Yield 1 cup, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 large yellow bell pepper
2 scallions, trimmed and finely chopped (white and green part)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar (or more to taste)
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (or to taste)
salt and pepper

Steps:

Preheat grill to high.
Place pepper on grate and grill until black on all sides, 4-6 minutes per side.
Transfer to a plate and let cool.
Scrape off the burnt skin. It's okay if you don't get all of it.
Stem and seed the pepper, and cut into 1" pieces.
Place pieces in a food processor or blender.
Add all remaining ingredients.
Puree to a smooth paste.
You should be able to pour the sauce. If it is too thick to pour, mix in a little water.
Serve at room temperature.
Can be stored, covered and refrigerated, for up to 1 week.

Tips:

To make the sauce smoother, blend it in a food processor or blender until it reaches your desired consistency.
If you don't have aji amarillo peppers, you can substitute them with another type of mild yellow pepper, such as banana peppers or bell peppers.
Add a dash of your favorite hot sauce to give the sauce a bit of a kick.
If you want a thicker sauce, simmer it over low heat for a few minutes until it reduces.
Serve the sauce immediately or store it in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Conclusion:

Aji amarillo pepper sauce is a versatile condiment that can be used to add flavor to a variety of dishes. It is especially popular in Peruvian cuisine, where it is used in dishes such as ceviche, ají de gallina, and papa a la huancaína. The sauce is also a great way to add a pop of color and flavor to grilled meats, fish, and vegetables. Whether you are a fan of Peruvian food or just looking for a new and exciting way to spice up your meals, aji amarillo pepper sauce is definitely worth trying.

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