Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
3 unit

tomatoes

diced

2 bunch

green onions

chopped

1 bunch

fresh cilantro

finely chopped

1 unit

white onions

finely diced

8 tbsp

butter

melted

2 tsp

ground cumin

2 tsp

garlic powder

2 tsp

kosher salt

Step 1
~3 min

Melt butter in a large frying pan over medium heat.

Step 2
~3 min

Add diced tomatoes, chopped green onions, chopped cilantro, and diced white/yellow onion (if using) to the melted butter.

Step 3
~3 min

Mix all ingredients thoroughly.

Step 4
~3 min

Cook over medium heat for approximately 10 minutes, stirring often.

Step 5
~3 min

Reduce heat to simmer.

Step 6
~3 min

Cook for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7
~3 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of cumin and garlic powder to your preference.

Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve over arepas.

Serve with beans and rice.

Use as a topping for grilled meats.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Arepas
Rice and Beans
Grilled Chicken

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Colombia

Cultural Significance

A staple in Colombian cuisine, used in many traditional dishes.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Popularity Score

65/100

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