Ocopa Sauce

Jun 08, 2023June 8, 20230 8
A Delicious Peruvian Ocopa Sauce
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Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/4 cup vegetable oil
4 red onions , small , sliced
4 garlic cloves , crushed
herbs
5 bell peppers , ajis amarillos , seeded and chopped
3 graham crackers , crumbled
4 ounces roasted peanuts
8 ounces fresh white cheese , roughly crumbled
evaporated milk ( as needed )
salt
pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
445
Sugar
9g
Fat
40g
Ocopa sauce is a popular Peruvian dish usually served over boiled potatoes, but it is also great with grilled meats or vegetables. Its smooth and creamy texture is due to crumbled graham crackers and fresh white cheese, and the flavor is spicy and slightly sweet. The ajis peppers add a unique kick to the dish that makes it a favorite among spice lovers. This sauce is also great as a dip for chips or vegetables.

Instructions

1.In a pan, heat the oil and saute the onions and garlic until fragrant and soft.
2.Add the herbs and chopped bell peppers and continue to cook for another 5-7 minutes.
3.Turn off the heat and stir in the crumbled graham crackers, roasted peanuts and fresh white cheese.
4.Add evaporated milk as needed to achieve a smooth, creamy consistency.
5.Season with salt and pepper to taste.

PROS

Ocopa sauce is a versatile sauce that can be used to spice up any meal.

The combination of herbs, peppers, nuts, and cheese gives it a unique and delicious flavor.

CONS

The sauce can be high in calories and fat due to the cheese and peanuts.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This sauce contains a good amount of protein, healthy fats, and fiber, thanks to the peanuts and cheese.
The ajis peppers in this recipe have been linked to reducing inflammation, boosting metabolism and aid in digestion.

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