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Sofrito

Name: Sofrito
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2 cups.
Cuisine: Caribbean, Puerto Rican
Ingredients: 1 whole garlic bulb; 1 medium green pepper, quartered; 1 medium onion, quartered; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves; 1 plum tomato, quartered

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Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 10 min.

Makes

2 cups

Updated: Jan. 18, 2023

Sofrito is a base frequently used in many Puerto Rican recipes to add bold flavor. Its texture and appearance is similar to a green salsa. You can also try it on chiles, enchiladas and tacos. —Oak Creek, Wisconsin

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Ingredients

1 whole garlic bulb
1 medium green pepper, quartered
1 medium onion, quartered
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1 plum tomato, quartered

Directions

Separate and peel garlic cloves. Place garlic and remaining ingredients in a food processor; cover and process until finely chopped.
Use immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 week. May also be frozen in small portions in resealable freezer bags for up to 1 month.

Nutrition Facts

1 tablespoon: 5 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.

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