Nov 2023

Hogao

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Hogao

Eight months before my son was born, I was working on a project in Colombia. One evening, my local host took me and the team to a Parrillada in the hills overlooking Bogata. The meat was awesome, but the salsas that accompanied the meat were mind-blowing. This is one of those salsas.

Here's a recipe for Hogao, as commonly prepared in the Bogota region of Colombia:

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Colombian

Servings 8 people

Calories 55 kcal

Equipment

1 saucepan

Ingredients

Sazón mix

1 tbsp ground cumin
1 tbsp achiote annatto powder or paprika
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tbsp salt
1 tsp ground black pepper
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp ground coriander optional

Cookiing

4 large tomatoes (chopped)
4 large spring onions (finely chopped)
4 clove garlic minced
4 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp rock salt
1 tsp Sazón mix
½ ground black pepper
¼ cup fresh coriander leaves (chopped)

Instructions

Prepare the Sazon mix

In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients thoroughly.
Mix well until all the spices are evenly distributed.
Store the sazón in an airtight container or a sealed jar for future use.

Cooking

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onions and garlic, and sauté until the onions become translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
Add the tomatoes to the skillet and cook for about 10-15 minutes, or until they have softened and released their juices.
Stir in the ground cumin, salt, and black pepper, and mix well with the tomato mixture.
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the chopped cilantro during the last few minutes of cooking.

Serving

Once the hogao has thickened and the flavors have melded together, remove it from the heat and let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Hogao is a versatile and essential Colombian sauce that adds depth and flavor to various dishes. It can be served with arepas, empanadas, grilled meats, and other Colombian specialties, adding a delightful taste of Bogota's culinary heritage.

Keyword hogoa, spring onion, tomato

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