Aji (Colombian Style Hot Sauce)

Submitted by: Laren Spirer

Cuisines:

• Central/South American

Dish: Side

Prep Time: 10 min

Serves: 0

Ingredients:

5 jalapenos, stemmed
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3/4 cup finely chopped scallions
1/2 cup finely chopped cilantro (stems ok)
kosher salt to taste

Instructions:

Combine the jalapenos, water, vinegar and lemon juice in a blender and puree until smooth. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in the scallions and cilantro. Season with salt to your liking.

Recipe adapted from Marina Escobar, La Pequena Colombia Restaurante, NYC