Aji Sauce

A piquant South American sauce, aji complements almost any dish in which plain hot sauce might be used.

10 scallions, (white part plus 1/2 inch of green), very finely chopped

2 serrano chiles, or jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped

2 tablespoon chopped cilantro

1/2 cup distilled white vinegar

1/4 cup lime juice

1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste

Step 1
Combine scallions, chiles, cilantro, vinegar, lime juice and salt to taste in a small bowl.