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Llajwa

Bolivia

Bolivia's national condiment. On every table without exception. The locoto chilli is native to Bolivia and the Andes.

Bolivian raw chilli salsa — fresh locoto chilli and tomato ground on a stone. The essential condiment of Bolivian cooking, present at every meal.

Authentic Bolivia Llajwa recipe
Prep
10 mins
Cook
0 mins
Difficulty
Easy
Calories
320 kcal
Serves
6
Calories are an estimate based on ingredients used

Ingredients

4locoto chillies or small hot red chillies
3tomatoes
1 bunchquirquiña herb or coriander
saltto taste

Method

1

Blend or pound all ingredients together to a coarse sauce. Season.

2

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Chef's Tip

Grind on a batán stone if possible — the stone grinding creates a different texture than a blender.

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