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Salchicha Huachana con Salsa Verde Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound Huachana sausage
- 1 pound tomatillos, husked and rinsed
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and chopped
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste

Special equipment needed:
- Blender or food processor

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Place the Huachana sausage on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.
3. Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil and add the tomatillos. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until tender.
4. Drain the tomatillos and transfer them to a blender or food processor.
5. Add the jalapeño pepper, onion, garlic, cilantro, and vegetable oil to the blender or food processor.
6. Blend until smooth.
7. Season the salsa verde with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Serve the Huachana sausage with the salsa verde on top.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 25 minutes
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 375°F
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 460
- Fat: 37g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 22g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Huachana sausage can be substituted with any other type of sausage.
- Jalapeño pepper can be substituted with any other type of chili pepper.
- Vegetable oil can be substituted with any other type of oil.

Variations:
- Add diced tomatoes to the salsa verde for a chunkier texture.
- Add avocado to the salsa verde for a creamier texture.

Tips and tricks:
- If the salsa verde is too thick, add a little bit of water to thin it out.
- If the salsa verde is too spicy, add a little bit of sugar to balance out the heat.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftover Huachana sausage and salsa verde separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the Huachana sausage in the microwave or oven until warmed through.
- Reheat the salsa verde in a saucepan over low heat until warmed through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the Huachana sausage and salsa verde on a platter with tortilla chips and sliced avocado.

Garnishes:
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and sliced jalapeño peppers.

Pairings:
- Serve with a side of rice and beans.

Suggested side dishes:
- Rice and beans
- Grilled vegetables
- Corn on the cob

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the Huachana sausage is not cooked through after 25 minutes, continue baking until fully cooked.
- If the salsa verde is too thin, add more tomatillos to thicken it up.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure the Huachana sausage is cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F to ensure it is safe to eat.

Food history:
- Huachana sausage is a type of sausage from Peru that is made with pork, garlic, and spices.

Flavor profiles:
- The Huachana sausage is savory and slightly spicy.
- The salsa verde is tangy and slightly spicy.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the Huachana sausage and salsa verde with tortilla chips for dipping.

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Region: Peruvian

Taste: Spicy, Tangy, Herbal, Savory