Sofrito

Sofrito is a traditional Puerto Rican seasoning made with onions, peppers, and garlic that is used as a base for many dishes. It is typically sautéed in oil before being added to soups, stews, and rice dishes, it gives a unique and rich flavor to the dishes.

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Here is a simple recipe for making sofrito at home:

Ingredients:

  • 2 large red bell peppers, seeded and diced
  • 2 large green bell peppers, seeded and diced
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 6 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil

Instructions:

  1. In a large pan or Dutch oven over medium heat, sauté the red and green bell peppers, onions, and garlic in the olive oil until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the cilantro and parsley and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  3. Remove the sofrito from the heat and allow it to cool slightly.
  4. Once cooled, blend the sofrito in a food processor or blender until it reaches a smooth consistency.
  5. Store the sofrito in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or in the freezer for up to 6 months.

You can also make sofrito with different ingredients, like ajicito dulce, ajicito picante, and cilantro, depending on your preference and the dish you are preparing.

Tips for preparation of Sofrito

Here is a simple recipe for making sofrito at home:

Ingredients:

  • 2 large red bell peppers, seeded and diced
  • 2 large green bell peppers, seeded and diced
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 6 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil

Instructions:

  1. In a large pan or Dutch oven over medium heat, sauté the red and green bell peppers, onions, and garlic in the olive oil until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the cilantro and parsley and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  3. Remove the sofrito from the heat and allow it to cool slightly.
  4. Once cooled, blend the sofrito in a food processor or blender until it reaches a smooth consistency.
  5. Store the sofrito in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or in the freezer for up to 6 months.

You can also make sofrito with different ingredients, like ajicito dulce, ajicito picante, and cilantro, depending on your preference and the dish you are preparing.

Sofrito serving size

Generally, a typical serving size of sofrito is about 1-2 tablespoons per serving. Sofrito is typically used as a base for many dishes like soups, stews, and rice dishes. It is used as a base to start the cooking process and a small amount is used to add a unique and rich flavor to the dishes.

Sofrito nutrition value

a standard serving size of 2 tablespoons (about 30ml) made with the recipe provided earlier:

  • Calories: Approximately 60
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 2mg
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 2g
  • Protein: 1g

It’s important to keep in mind that sofrito is high in oil and salt, so it is best to use it in moderation. You can adjust the amount of sofrito you use in a recipe depending on your personal taste and dietary needs, and make sure you balance it with a balanced diet and physical activity.

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