24.07.2024
HOMEMADE MACHA SAUCE.
- INGREDIENTS FOR THE RECIPE.
- 1 cup of vegetable oil, you can use olive oil, canola oil or a mixture.
- 5 – 7 dried chiles, such as chile de arbol, pasilla or guajillo, seeded and deveined.
- 3 cloves of garlic, peeled and sliced.
- 1/2 cup of unsalted peanuts, you can use almonds or walnuts if you prefer.
- 1/4 cup of sesame seeds, sesame seeds.
- 1 teaspoon salt.
- 1 teaspoon of sugar.
- 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar.
- PREPARATION MODE.
- Cut the chiles into small pieces to facilitate cooking and to better release their flavor.
- In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-low heat.
- It is important that the oil is not too hot to prevent the ingredients from burning and acquiring a bitter taste.
- Add the sliced garlic and fry until golden, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the garlic and reserve.
- In the same oil, add the chiles and fry them until they are crispy but not burned, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the chilies and reserve.
- Add the peanuts and sesame seeds to the pan and fry until golden brown, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Withdraw and reserve.
- Mix all ingredients:
- In a blender or food processor, combine the fried chilies, garlic, peanuts and sesame seeds.
- Add salt and sugar (if using).
- Blend until you obtain a thick mixture.
- With the blender or processor running, slowly add the hot oil until everything is well mixed. – You can adjust the amount of oil according to the consistency you prefer for your salsa macha.
- Add Vinegar a touch of acidity, add the apple cider vinegar and mix well.
- Let the sauce cool to room temperature.
- Transfer to a jar or airtight container.
- Salsa macha can be stored in the refrigerator for several weeks.
- Make sure it is well covered with oil so that it stays better.
- The amount of chiles can be adjusted according to your tolerance to spiciness.
- You can mix different types of dried chili peppers to obtain a more complex flavor.
- Salsa macha is excellent to accompany tacos, quesadillas, grilled meats, and can also be used as a salad dressing or simply to give a spicy touch to any dish.
- Make sure to use dry and fresh ingredients to prevent the sauce from spoiling quickly.