--- title: "Colombian Aji - IVU - International Vegetarian Union" description: "Make authentic Colombian Aji, a hot, spicy, and fresh vegan condiment. Blended with jalapeños, cilantro, and green onions, perfect for any dish." url: "https://ivu.org/vegan-recipes-around-the-world/vegan-food-academy/front-page/item/colombian-aji.html" date: "2026-11-05T23:55:09+00:00" language: "en-GB" --- ![](https://ivu.org/media/yootheme/cache/f3/colombian-aji-1793235292-f383bb1c.jpg) [ << VFA Home ](https://ivu.org/vegan-recipes-around-the-world/vegan-food-academy.html) [ ](https://ivu.org/Colombia,%20Sauces,%20Starters%20&%20side%20dishes,%20South%20America)[Colombia](https://ivu.org/vegan-recipes-around-the-world/vegan-food-academy/front-page/category/colombia.html), [Sauces](https://ivu.org/vegan-recipes-around-the-world/vegan-food-academy/front-page/category/sauces.html), [Starters & side dishes](https://ivu.org/vegan-recipes-around-the-world/vegan-food-academy/front-page/category/snack-side-dishes.html), [South America](https://ivu.org/vegan-recipes-around-the-world/vegan-food-academy/front-page/category/south-america.html) # Colombian Aji by Valentina Restrepo Colombian Aji is a hot, spicy, fresh, and flavorful condiment that is a staple on many Colombian tables. Made with jalapeños, cilantro, green onions, and a tangy vinegar-lemon base, it is best prepared ahead of time to allow the flavors to meld. Serve this vibrant sauce with vegetables, breads, or your favorite dishes. ![](https://ivu.org/images/yootheme/icon-clock-large.svg) Total Time 40 mins ![](https://ivu.org/images/yootheme/icon-difficulty-easy.svg) Difficulty Easy ### Translate this page to your language! 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In a blender, combine the jalapenos, water, vinegar, lemon juice, green onions, cilantro and salt. 2. Blend until smooth. 3. Place in refrigerator and chill for at least 30 minutes to allow time for flavors to mix. 4. Serve with vegetables, breads, etc. Enjoy! ### Notes: Best made a little ahead to give time for flavors to mix thoroughly. Adapted from Allrecipes. **Serving info:** Total recipe: 498g / 480ml · Yields 16 portions · Portion size: 30g / 30ml | Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Portion | % Daily Value | |---|---|---|---| | Energy (kcal) | 23 | 7 | 0% | | Carbohydrates (g) | 5.0 | 1.5 | 1% | | ↳ of which sugars (g) | 2.2 | 0.7 | - | | Dietary fiber (g) | 1.7 | 0.5 | 2% | | Protein (g) | 0.9 | 0.3 | 1% | | Total fat (g) | 0.2 | 0.1 | 0% | | ↳ Saturated (g) | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0% | | ↳ Monounsaturated (g) | 0.0 | 0.0 | - | | ↳ Polyunsaturated (g) | 0.1 | 0.0 | - | | ↳ Trans (g) | 0.0 | 0.0 | - | | Sodium (mg) | 936 | 281 | 12% | | Calcium (mg) | 22 | 7 | 1% | | Iron (mg) | 0.7 | 0.2 | 1% | | Potassium (mg) | 171 | 51 | 1% | | Vitamin C (mg) | 44 | 13 | 14% | | Vitamin B12 (µg) | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0% | ### Ingredient data sources - Jalapeno peppers, raw — 140g — Peppers, jalapeno, raw — USDA SR Legacy - Water — 60g — Water, tap, drinking — USDA SR Legacy - White vinegar — 60g — Vinegar, distilled — USDA SR Legacy - Lemon juice — 60g — Lemon juice, raw — USDA SR Legacy - Green onions — 150g — Onions, spring or scallions (includes tops and bulb), raw — USDA SR Legacy - Cilantro — 16g — Coriander (cilantro) leaves, raw — USDA SR Legacy - Salt — 12g — Salt, table — USDA SR Legacy ⚠️ = estimated or sourced outside the listed databases. % Daily Value based on FDA 2020 Daily Values for adults (2,000 kcal diet). 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