Salsa De Aji Picante: Colombian Hot Pepper Salsa Recipe

Recipe By The Spruce Eats

In south american cuisine, aji is the name for both a variety of chili peppers and a fresh salsa made with the peppers. This colombian recipe is known as salsa de aji picante, and it features a single habanero pepper, making it pretty spicy. Beyond the pepper, the main ingredients in this vibrant salsa are tomatoes, green onions, and cilantro. It has a similar flavor to another classic colombia salsa called hogao, though the tomatoes, onions, and peppers in hogao are cooked rather than raw. This salsa has vinegar as well, which gives it a nice tang that complements the hot pepper.

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Ingredients for Salsa De Aji Picante: Colombian Hot Pepper Salsa Recipe

  • 1/4 Habanero pepper
  • 0.06 cup Water
  • 0.06 cup Vinegar
  • 1/4 Lime
  • 1/4-1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4-1/2 teaspoon Sugar
  • 3/4 Tomatoes
  • 0.08 cup Cilantro
  • 1.50 Green Onions
  • 1/4 Medium Onion
  • 0.06 cup Olive oil
Nutrition
value
318
calories per serving
18 g Fat6 g Protein32 g Carbs7 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    18g
  • Protein
    6g
  • Carbs
    32g
  • Fiber
    7g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    32g
  • Protein
    6g
  • Fiber
    7g

Fats

  • Fat
    18g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    90mg
  • Iron
    3mg
  • Vitamin A
    1740mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    118mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    77mg
  • Vitamin E
    3mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    84mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    131mg
  • Selenium
    4mcg
  • Zinc
    1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By The Spruce Eats