Dominican Sofrito

Sofrito is one of those things that you grow up around in my culture and don't really think much of it.  It wasn't until I started taking on a liking to cooking that I really got to appreciate this seasoning.  It's versatile in the way that you can use it on meat, poultry, seafood, and stewed beans, among other things, and so easy to make!

Now, the thing with sofrito is that everyone's mom or grandma have their own version and they swear it's the best one.  This one that I'm sharing has worked for both my mother and I for years.

Ingredients:

• 1 whole green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 whole red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 yellow onion, chopped
• 6 garlic cloves
• 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 bunch of cilantro
• 2-3 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 Tbsp oregano
• Salt & pepper to taste

           
Directions:
            In either a blender or food processor, put in the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, green, red bell peppers, garlic and onions and start blending until everything starts breaking down. Next, add the remaining ingredients and blend until it forms a thick liquid; and now you’re ready to season with it.

Sofrito can be place in a non-reactive jar and placed in the fridge for immediate use or in the freezer to have as needed.