Peruvian Aji Amarillo Sauce

Peruvian Aji Amarillo Sauce - kvalifood.com

A modern mayo-based aji amarillo sauce, the kind served alongside pollo a la brasa in Peruvian restaurants. Huacatay paste adds authentic flavor if you can find it.

Makes ca. 180 ml (6 servings)

Ingredients

  • 120 ml mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp aji amarillo paste (from jar)
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 garlic clove (ca. 5 g), peeled
  • 1 tsp huacatay paste (optional)
  • salt, to taste
  • black pepper, to taste

Directions

  1. Blend mayonnaise, aji amarillo paste, lime juice, garlic, and huacatay (if using) until smooth.
  2. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate. Keeps up to 1 week.

Notes

  • Huacatay adds authentic flavor.
  • The modern restaurant style for pollo a la brasa.

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