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Venezuelan-guasacaca-(guasacaca-venezolana) in a white bowl

Venezuelan Guasacaca Sauce Recipe (Guasacaca Venezolana)

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  • Author: Juyali (ju-ja-lee)
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 1/2 cup 1x
  • Category: Sauces
  • Cuisine: Venezuelan

Description

This traditional Venezuelan Guasacaca (Guasacaca Venezolana) is creamy, fresh tangy, and absolutely delicious! Perfect for drizzling over grilled meats, dipping, or spreading! 


Ingredients

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Guasacaca Sauce Ingredients

  • 1/2 bunch of fresh Cilantro
  • 1/2 ripe Avocado peeled and seeded
  • 1/2 medium red Onion, roughly chopped
  • 1/2 Green Bell Pepper, seeded and roughly chopped
  • 2 Garlic cloves
  • 2 tablespoons of White Vinegar
  • 1/4 cup of Water
  • 2 tablespoons of Vegetable Oil (not Olive oil)
  • 3/4 teaspoon of Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper

 


Instructions

This Venezuelan sauce is so easy. All you need to do is throw all ingredients in a blender and process until they are nicely blended and the sauce has a smooth, homogenous, and creamy consistency. Adjust the salt and pepper to your preference. 


Notes

  1.    Guasacaca is tangier because it has Vinegar which Guacamole does not. Vinegar is a hallmark of traditional Venezuelan Guasacaca. The acidity of the Vinegar is key to Guascaca’s unique flavor.
  2.    While White Vinegar is best for Guasacaca, you may substitute with Apple Cider or Red wine Vinegar if necessary. 
  3.    You can add more Avocado for a thicker and creamier consistency.  However, do not add more onion as it will make the Guasacaca bitter (my mom’s advice!).
  4.    Guasacaca is best stored in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator. It will keep fresh and green for about 5 days. Take out of the fridge 30-60 minutes before serving.