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Llajua- Bolivian Hot Sauce

Llajua- Bolivian Hot Sauce

This fresh tomato hot sauce is an interesting alternative to ketchup or Mexican salsa. Try it on some fries for a nice twist. It takes 10 minutes to make.
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Course: Condiment, Sauce
Cuisine: Bolivia, South American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 1 cup
Author: My Hungry Traveler

Equipment

  • Food Processor or blender

Ingredients

  • 3 large Large tomatoes, seeds & wet insides discarded
  • 1 large Serrano chile, stemmed & quartered (or 1 jalapeno)
  • 1 clove Garlic, crushed
  • 3 Basil leaves
  • 1 sprig Cilantro
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • ½ tsp Salt
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Put everything in a food processor or blender and puree to smooth. Serve in small dishes. Store covered in the refrigerator.

Notes

  • This recipe can be made with a 14.5 oz can of diced tomatoes with jalapeno peppers replacing the fresh tomatoes and serrano chilies. Double everything else if you go this route. 

Nutrition

Calories: 113kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1316mg | Potassium: 1330mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 4834IU | Vitamin C: 78mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 2mg