Bolivian Spicy Tomato Sauce (llajwa)

Name: Bolivian Spicy Tomato Sauce (llajwa)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Bolivian
Ingredients: 4 ripe tomatoes, chopped; 2 hot chili peppers, such as rocoto or habanero; 1/2 cup chopped white onion; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro; 1/4 cup water; Salt to taste

Bolivian Spicy Tomato Sauce, also known as Llajwa, is a traditional condiment in Bolivian cuisine. This sauce is bursting with flavor and adds a spicy kick to any dish.

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Ingredients

4 ripe tomatoes, chopped
2 hot chili peppers, such as rocoto or habanero
1/2 cup chopped white onion
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/4 cup water
Salt to taste

Instructions

In a blender, combine the tomatoes, hot chili peppers, white onion, cilantro, and water.
Blend until smooth.
Season with salt to taste.
Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:: 10 minutes
Cooking time:: 5 minutes
Total time:: 15 minutes
Cooking method: Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories: 30 per serving
Carbohydrates: 7g
Fat: 0g
Protein: 1g

Supplies

Blender Knife Cutting board Bowl

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Bolivian Spicy Tomato Sauce (Llajwa) with grilled meats, empanadas, or as a dipping sauce for fried yuca.

Tips & tricks

For a milder version, remove the seeds and membranes from the hot chili peppers before blending.