Follow these steps for perfect results
Yellow Onion
quartered
Garlic
peeled
Ajicitos Dulces
quartered, seeds removed (optional)
Cubanelle Pepper
cored, seeded, chopped
Cilantro
packed, coarsely chopped
Red Bell Pepper
cored, seeded, chopped
Prepare all vegetables by washing and chopping coarsely.
Peel the yellow onion and cut it into quarters.
Peel the garlic cloves.
Cut the ajicitos dulces in quarters, removing seeds if desired.
Core, seed, and cut the cubanelle pepper into chunks.
Measure out 1 1/2 cups of packed cilantro leaves and stems, coarsely chopping them.
Core, seed, and cut the red bell pepper into chunks.
Add the onion, garlic, ajicitos dulces, cubanelle pepper, cilantro, and red pepper to a food processor in batches if necessary.
Pulse until finely chopped.
Spoon the Recaito into an airtight container.
Store covered in the refrigerator for up to five days, or freeze in small freezer bags.
To use, add about 2 tablespoons of Recaito (more or less to your preference) to oil in a pan.
Saute for about 10-15 minutes on low heat, mixing occasionally.
Recaito is now ready as a savory base to your Latin food dish.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of ajicitos dulces for desired sweetness.
For a deeper flavor, saute the recaito slightly longer.
Experiment with adding other peppers for different heat levels.
Everything you need to know before you start
5 minutes
Can be made several days in advance.
Serve as a base for other dishes; no specific plating needed.
Use in sofrito.
Add to rice and beans.
Use to flavor stews and soups.
Pairs well with savory and herbal flavors.
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