Puerto Rican Sofrito Recipe
"Puerto Rican Sofrito serves as the foundational flavor for a variety of recipes, including hearty stews, succulent roast pork, flavorful bistec, and rich beans. This vibrant mixture is crafted from aromatic cilantro, pungent garlic, onions, bell peppers, and a selection of other fresh ingredients."
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Ingredients
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 large cubanelle peppers
- 10 garlic cloves
- 1 bunch culantro
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large bunch cilantro
- 1 large red bell pepper
Instructions
- 1
Coarsely dice all the ingredients and place them in a sizable mixing bowl.
- 2
Blend in a food processor or blender in approximately 4 to 5 separate batches until the mixture is finely chopped and has a semi-smooth texture, retaining some chunks. Avoid pureeing it completely. You might need to pause occasionally and use a spoon to stir the mixture for even blending. If necessary, add a couple of teaspoons of water to each batch to facilitate blending.
- 3
Pour the sofrito into ice cube trays and freeze for future use.
- 4
This mixture can be stored in the freezer for up to 6 months. It can also be kept in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.
Nutrition Information
Notes & Tips
- *If you can find aji dulces you can use them in place of the cubanelle peppers. Use about 15 to 20.