Homemade Aji Amarillo Paste Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 aji amarillo peppers (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon chopped onion ((optional))
• 1 garlic clove (chopped (optional))
• Pinch salt
• 1 tablespoon olive oil ((or more as desired))

Steps

1. 1

   Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a small pot. Add the aji amarillo chilies and simmer for 10 minutes to soften. Drain and peel if desired.

2. 2

   Add the chilies to a blender or food processor with onion, garlic, salt, and oil. Process to form a chili paste. Add more oil or water while the processor is running to achieve a smoother paste, if desired.

3. 3

   Adjust for salt and pepper and serve!