Sofrito(Basic Seasoning)

Name: Sofrito(Basic Seasoning)
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp. olive or vegetable oil; 2 oz. lean cured ham, diced; 1 onion, peeled and diced; 1 green pepper, chopped; 3 sweet chili peppers, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed; 6 fresh cilantro leaves; 1/4 tsp. dried oregano, crushed; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. black pepper; 1/4 c. tomato sauce

11 ingredients

6 steps

Ingredients

1 Tbsp. olive or vegetable oil
2 oz. lean cured ham, diced
1 onion, peeled and diced
1 green pepper, chopped
3 sweet chili peppers, chopped
2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
6 fresh cilantro leaves
1/4 tsp. dried oregano, crushed
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1/4 c. tomato sauce

Directions

1

In a small frying pan, heat oil slowly.
2

Add and brown rapidly diced ham.
3

Reduce heat; add and saute rest of ingredients for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4

Cool and store in Mason jar in refrigerator.
5

Use as needed to season soups, stews, chili, beans or Spanish rice.
6

Experiment and enjoy!