Name: Spicy Colombian aji
Prep time: 10 min
Ingredients: 1 hot pepper; ½ cup white vinegar; ¼ cup water; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; ½ cup fresh cilantro (finely minced); ½ cup scallions (finely minced); 1/2 to mato (optional, finely minced)

Spicy Colombian aji is the hot sauce of my dreams: vinegary, acidic, spicy in just the right amount, vegetable-forward and endlessly customizable. And of course, its beautiful green colour doesn't hurt, either! Discover the best hot sauce you didn't know you were missing.

Spicy Colombian aji

hot pepper

white vinegar

water

salt

sugar

lime juice

vegetable oil

cilantro (finely minced)

scallions (finely minced)

(optional,

Combine all finely minced ingredients in a jar, and ensure you have enough liquid to cover (if your liquid isn't enough, add a 1:2:4 ratio of oil-water-vinegar). Let sit in dark, cool area for at least 24 hours, and then refrigerate.

Tried this Colombian ají and it reminds me of what my grandma used to make. The acidity of the vinegar paired perfectly with the heat from the peppers and it was so unique and delicious. It's a great way to use up any extra peppers I have on hand.

Just made a batch of this Aji picante and I'm obsessed . The red peppers give it a spicy kick and the vinegar and lime add a beautiful tangy flavor. My Tostones will never be the same again!

You're right! I didn't know what I was missing.  I used green banana peppers because I can't handle too much heat, and they were perfect! I currently want to put this on everything. Thanks for introducing this hot sauce to me! Sooo good.

Spicy Colombian aji

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Servings: 8

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