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Huancaina Sauce Recipe

A creamy and spicy Peruvian sauce made with aji amarillo peppers, perfect for drizzling over potatoes or pasta.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Peruvian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 150 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups Queso fresco
  • 1 cup Evaporated milk
  • 4 units Aji amarillo peppers seeded and chopped
  • 4 units Saltine crackers
  • 1 clove Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
  • to taste Salt

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a blender, combine queso fresco, evaporated milk, aji amarillo peppers, saltine crackers, garlic, and vegetable oil.
  2. 2. Blend until smooth and creamy. Add salt to taste.
  3. 3. Serve over boiled potatoes or pasta.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Huancaina, Peruvian, Sauce
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