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~SOFRITO~




Source of Recipe


Ethnic Cooking


List of Ingredients




3 T. vegetable oil
2 oz. lean cured ham, finely chopped
1 medium onion, peeled and finely chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, peeled and finely chopped
1/4 C. chopped fresh coriander leaves
1/2 tsp. dried oregano
Salt and freshly-ground pepper, to taste





Recipe



Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over low heat. Add the remaining ingredients and sauté for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Makes about 1 cup to serve 6 to 8 as a condiment.


Sofrito is not only a common seasoning in many Puerto Rican dishes, but it is also frequently served at the table as a condiment. It will keep refrigerated for several days, and can be frozen in small batches for future use.

It's used in stews, soups, rice and beans, etc.