Ingredients
16oztomato paste,(1 can)
¾cupwater
½cupvinegar
¾cupsugar
2tbspaji panca paste
2tbspchipotle peppers in adobo
1tspgarlic powder
1tsponion powder
2tbspred pepper jalapeno powder,smoked
3tbspred pepper flakes
15dried chilies
Preparation
Stir the tomato paste, water, and vinegar in a large pot over medium heat. Mix in the sugar, Aji Panca paste, chipotle peppers, garlic powder, onion powder, jalapeno powder, red pepper flakes, and chilies. Let the mixture come to a boil, stirring constantly.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and cool completely.
Pour the sauce through a mesh sieve to rid of lumps and seeds. Pour a bit of water while straining if the sauce is too thick. Store in an air-tight container.
Use as desired and enjoy.
