Adjika with chili pepper

4 servings

30 minutes

Adjika with chili pepper is a bright, fiery sauce from the depths of Caucasian cuisine. It is based on sweet pepper and hot chili, creating a harmony of rich flavor. The origins of adjika date back to ancient times when pepper paste was used not only as a seasoning but also as a means of preserving food. Its aroma is enhanced by spices like coriander, khmeli-suneli, and garlic that add richness and depth to the sauce. Spicy and rich, adjika perfectly complements meat dishes, appetizers, and even simple vegetables.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 145.8
• Proteins: 7g
• Fats: 1g
• Carbohydrates: 29.2g

Ingredients

• Sweet pepper: 1 kg
• Chili pepper: 0.5 kg
• Ground coriander: 3 tsp
• Garlic: 6 clove
• Khmeli-suneli: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Wash the peppers, remove the seeds, and pass them through a meat grinder.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sweet pepper: 1 kg
   • Chili pepper: 0.5 kg

2. Crush the garlic, add spices, the amount of which can be varied to taste. The sauce should be very spicy.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 6 cloves
   • Ground coriander: 3 teaspoons
   • Khmeli-suneli:  to taste