From the Amazon's Heart: A Zesty Garlic & Cocona Hot Sauce (Ají de Cocona)
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A taste of the Amazon in a fiery, fruity sauce.
Ingredients
Instructions
Prepare the Cocona
Peel the coconas, cut them into small cubes, and set aside. Be sure to reserve any juice that comes out during chopping.
Chop the Aromatics
Finely chop the ají charapita peppers and the sachaculantro (or cilantro). Mince the garlic clove.
Combine
In a bowl, combine the diced cocona, the reserved cocona juice, and the lime juice.
Mix and Season
Add the chopped ají charapita, sachaculantro, minced garlic, and diced red onion to the bowl. Season with salt to your liking and stir everything together until well combined.
Serve
Let the flavors meld for a few minutes before serving. This sauce is an excellent accompaniment for grilled meats and fish, or traditional jungle dishes like tacacho.
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