Trying thousands of recipes, each housewife will choose the most convenient and fastest option for preparing adjika. This famous spicy Abkhaz dish is served both on its own and as a sauce. Adjika with tomatoes and cilantro can be a unique option for every family - it has a unique taste and spicy aroma. The recipe is very simple, the ingredients are available.
What flavor does cilantro give to adjika?
Cilantro is an oriental green that gives dishes an original spicy taste and bright green color. Cilantro leaves stimulate the appetite, have a specific smell and bitter taste.
Preparing the necessary ingredients
This cooking option contains cilantro in the form of greens, which must be washed and dried. Wash vegetables (tomatoes, peppers, garlic) and remove unnecessary components.
Be sure to remove the seeds from the pepper. They can ruin the taste of a dish with their bitterness..
Cooking options
From simple ingredients you can prepare several versions of adjika with cilantro. You can use it in the form of leaves or in the form of ground seeds.
Classic herb recipe
To prepare adjika with tomatoes and cilantro for the winter, you will need the following ingredients:
- a bunch of cilantro;
- red tomatoes – 2 kg;
- bell pepper – 1 kg;
- hot pepper – 2 pcs.;
- garlic – 200 g;
- vegetable oil – 50 ml;
- vinegar – 100 ml;
- sugar – 2 tbsp. l.;
- salt – 2 tbsp. l.
Cooking steps:
- Grind chopped peppers, garlic and tomatoes in a meat grinder. Finely chop a bunch of cilantro.
- Mix the ingredients in a saucepan and place over medium heat.
- Stir the contents of the pan and cook for about 20 minutes.
- Add cilantro, salt and sugar, then boil the vegetable mixture for 10 minutes.
- Pour in the vinegar and remove the pan from the stove.
Pour the mixture into sterilized glass jars. Add 1 tsp to each jar. vegetable oil, close and roll up the lid.
Georgian recipe with ground coriander
Coriander is the seeds of cilantro, which are used in cooking as an oriental spice. To prepare adjika “Georgian style” you will need:
- hot red pepper - 1 kg;
- garlic – 500 g;
- dill – 20 g;
- cilantro – 500 g;
- basil – 20 g;
- salt – 1 tbsp. l.;
- coriander – 0.5 tbsp. l.
Cooking steps:
- Wash the pepper, remove seeds, cut into thin slices.
- Place the pepper in a container and fill it with water (warm), soak for about 4 hours. Change the water at least 3 times.
- Grind pepper, garlic, cilantro, basil and dill in a meat grinder.
- Add salt and ground coriander to the vegetable mixture and mix thoroughly.
The finished dish can be rolled into jars for long-term storage, or served immediately.
Serving rules
You can serve it in small bowls, decorated with green leaves.
Duration and storage conditions
Rolled vegetable mass can be stored in jars for several years if properly prepared. Before rolling, store the dish in a cool place for 2-4 days, stirring occasionally. Then pour it into sterilized jars.
Store the finished adjika in the refrigerator.
