Huancaína Sauce - Peruvian Yellow Sauce Recipe
An addictive, creamy Peruvian ají pepper sauce with ají amarillo paste, plain yogurt, and garlic...
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 bulb garlic - roasted OR
- 1-2 cloves fresh garlic - minced
- 1 small shallot - cut in a few pieces
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt - or 1/4 cup yogurt and 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1-2 tablespoons ají amarillo paste - see FAQ
- 2 ounces queso fresco - cubed
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon tomato paste - or ketchup
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice - 1-2 limes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- sea salt and pepper - to taste
Instructions
- NOTE: If roasting garlic, get it started. If using fresh minced garlic, add with the other ingredients. Add all ingredients to the bowl of a food processor.
- Pulse/process until the sauce is creamy smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.
Notes
Macronutrients are for reference only, and are based on nonfat Greek yogurt.
Nutrition
Calories: 35kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 2g
NOTE: Macronutrients are an approximation only using unbranded ingredients and MyFitnessPal.com. Please do your own research with the products you’re using if you have a serious health issue or are following a specific diet.
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