Lizano Sauce Recipe: A Costa Rican Delight

Discover the authentic taste of Costa Rica with our easy and delicious Lizano Sauce recipe.

Perfect for enhancing a variety of dishes, this versatile condiment is a must-try for food enthusiasts.

Lizano Sauce, a staple in Costa Rican cuisine, is known for its unique blend of flavors, combining sweetness, tanginess, and a hint of spice.

This versatile sauce can elevate the taste of various dishes, from traditional Costa Rican recipes to everyday meals.

In this blog post, we’ll share an easy-to-follow recipe to make Lizano Sauce at home, ensuring you can enjoy this delightful condiment anytime.

Lizano Sauce Recipe

Recipe Details:

  • Preparation Time: 30 minutes (including soaking time for chiles)
  • Course: Condiment / Sauce
  • Cuisine: Costa Rican
  • Yield: Approximately 2 cups of sauce
  • Calories Per Serving: Approximately 117 kcal per cup (assuming the recipe yields two cups in total)

Ingredients:

  • 2 dried Guajillo chiles
  • 1½ cup vegetable broth
  • ½ onion, chopped
  • ½ carrot, chopped
  • 2 tbsp white sugar
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp white vinegar
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp molasses

Instructions:

  1. Begin by soaking the chiles in water for about 30 minutes. After soaking, remove the stems and seeds.
  2. Combine all ingredients in a food processor or blender. Blend until well mixed. The sauce will have a liquid consistency with diced chunks.
  3. Your Lizano Sauce is now ready to be enjoyed with a variety of dishes such as eggs, rice, beans, fish, cheese, curries, or as a marinade for meat.
Lizano Sauce Recipe
Lizano Sauce Recipe

Serving Suggestions:

Lizano Sauce is incredibly versatile. Here are a few ways you can incorporate it into your meals:

  • Use as a topping for eggs, rice, and beans.
  • Enhance your meat dishes by using it as a marinade.
  • Add a unique flavor to fish and cheese dishes.
  • Spice up your curries with a dash of Lizano.

Storage Tips

Lizano Sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. For greatest freshness, use it within a week.

Conclusion

Making Lizano Sauce at home is a simple and rewarding process. Its unique flavor can enhance a wide range of dishes, making it a must-have in your kitchen.

Try this Lizano Sauce recipe and add a taste of Costa Rica to your cooking!

Lizano Sauce Recipe

Lizano Sauce Recipe: A Costa Rican Delight

Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Condiment
Cuisine Costa Rican
Servings 2 cups
Calories 117 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 dried Guajillo chiles
  • cup vegetable broth
  • ½ onion chopped
  • ½ carrot chopped
  • 2 tbsp white sugar
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp white vinegar
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp molasses

Instructions
 

  • Begin by soaking the chiles in water for about 30 minutes. After soaking, remove the stems and seeds.
  • Combine all ingredients in a food processor or blender. Blend until well mixed. The sauce will have a liquid consistency with diced chunks.
  • Your Lizano Sauce is now ready to be enjoyed with a variety of dishes such as eggs, rice, beans, fish, cheese, curries, or as a marinade for meat.
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