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Hello Fresh Tex Mex Paste Recipe

Hello Fresh Tex Mex Paste Recipe

Hello Fresh Tex Mex Paste is a delicious and versatile seasoning blend made from traditional Mexican ingredients like chili peppers, garlic, oregano, cumin and onion. This flavorful paste is popular in Latin American cooking and can be used as a marinade or stirred into soups and stews for extra flavour.
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Author: Lori Walker, MS, RD
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 13 minutes
Total Time: 28 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 335kcal

Equipment

  • 1` small pot
  • 1 bowl
  • 1 knife
  • 1 Blender

Ingredients

  • 8 teaspoons of salt and sugar balancing the flavors and enhancing the overall taste profile of the dish.
  • 9 teaspoons of Marukan rice vinegar offering a tangy and slightly sweet taste, balancing the flavors and adding brightness to the dish.
  • 3 teaspoons of garlic powder adding a pungent and aromatic note, enhancing the overall taste and aroma of the dish.
  • 3 teaspoons of paprika imparting a smoky and slightly sweet taste, adding depth and color to the recipe.
  • 12 teaspoons of cocoa powder providing a rich and deep flavor, adding complexity and depth to the dish.
  • 42 oz of fire-roasted tomatoes offering a smoky and slightly charred taste, adding a depth of flavor to the recipe.
  • 6 teaspoons of chili powder adding a robust and spicy flavor, providing a kick of heat to the dish.
  • 9 teaspoons of garlic chili paste bringing a fiery and garlicky flavor, adding a spicy and aromatic kick to the dish.
  • 3 teaspoons of cumin powder infusing a warm and earthy flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile.
  • 10 teaspoons of tomato paste adding a concentrated and rich tomato flavor, providing depth and thickness to the sauce.
  • 3 teaspoons of coriander powder imparting a citrusy and slightly floral flavor, enhancing the overall taste of the dish.
  • 3 bulbs of homemade roasted garlic offering a sweet and nutty flavor, adding richness and depth to the dish.
  • 8 oz of Chipotle chilis offering a smoky and fiery flavor, adding a bold and spicy kick to the recipe.
  • 3 teaspoons of dried oregano providing a herbaceous and slightly peppery flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile.
  • 6 pureed white onions creating a flavorful and aromatic base, adding depth and richness to the recipe.

Instructions

  • Combine the chili powder, salt and sugar, paprika, garlic powder, chipotle chilis, fire-roasted tomatoes and cocoa powder in a food processor. Pulse until all ingredients are mixed into a paste.
  • Add the cumin powder, garlic chili paste, tomato paste, coriander powder and pureed onions. Pulse until everything is well combined.
  • Stir in the Marukan rice vinegar, roasted garlic and dried oregano.
  • Place the hello fresh tex mex paste in an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator. The paste will keep for up to two weeks.

Notes

• For a spicier paste, add more chili powder.
• To make a milder version of the paste, reduce the number of chilis and chipotle chilis used.
• Try toasting some cumin seeds for an extra layer of flavor!
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