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Rinse well.","group":"Preparation","title":"Prepare the ají amarillo peppers","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Heat 2 tablespoons (30ml) of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped red onion and garlic cloves. Sauté until the onion is translucent and soft, about 5 minutes.","group":"Cooking","title":"Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Add the prepared ají amarillo peppers to the skillet. Continue to sauté for another 3 to 5 minutes until the peppers are softened.","group":"Cooking","title":"Add the prepared ají amarillo peppers","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Transfer the cooked mixture (peppers, onion, garlic, and oil) into a blender. Add the 100g (3.5 oz) of queso fresco and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.","group":"Blending","title":"Transfer the cooked mixture","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Blending"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Blend until the sauce is completely smooth and creamy. If it is too thick, add a small splash of water or milk to reach your desired consistency. Taste and adjust salt if necessary.","group":"Blending","title":"Blend until the sauce is completely smooth and creamy","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Blending"}],"notes":"This sauce is the backbone of Peruvian cuisine. If you cannot find fresh ají amarillo, you can use jarred paste, though fresh or frozen peppers offer a brighter flavor.","cuisine":{"group":"Latin American","specific":["Peruvian"]},"course":["sauce"],"cookingMethod":["saute"],"equipment":["Skillet","Blender","Knife","Cutting board"],"diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free"],"allergens":["milk"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":1.5,"unit":"cup","note":"Makes approximately 350ml of sauce"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The sauce can be made completely in advance and its flavors often improve after sitting for a few hours."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container or glass jar in the refrigerator.","reheatingNotes":"Serve chilled or at room temperature. 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