Peruvian Spicy Cheese Sauce Alacena (Huancaina) 400g
Bring a little Peruvian fiesta to your table with this rich, velvety spicy cheese sauce. Inspired by the zesty flavors of Peru, it blends smooth, creamy cheese with a bright, tangy kick from aji amarillo — the sun-yellow pepper that’s famously fruity, mildly spicy, and impossible to ignore. Perfect for dipping, drizzling, or stirring, this sauce adds warmth and happy heat to everything from roasted potatoes and grilled meats to empanadas, tacos, or a stack of warm arepas.
Tasting notes:
Creamy, luscious texture that coats every bite
Bright, fruity heat from aji amarillo balanced by tangy citrus undertones
Mild garlic and onion notes with a subtle savory finish
A hint of smokiness and a touch of salt to round it out
How to use:
As a crowd-pleasing dip for chips, yucca fries, or veggie sticks
Drizzled over roasted vegetables, grilled chicken, or steak
Folded into mashed potatoes or stirred into pasta for a Peruvian twist
As a zesty sandwich spread or topped on burgers and sliders
Why you’ll love it: This sauce is like a warm hug from home with a playful kick — comforting, family-friendly, and adventurous all at once. It brings authentic Peruvian flavor to tables, turning weeknight meals into mini-celebrations and giving guests something to talk (and lick fingers) about. Keep it chilled in the fridge and let the good times flow.
Bring a little Peruvian fiesta to your table with this rich, velvety spicy cheese sauce. Inspired by the zesty flavors of Peru, it blends smooth, creamy cheese with a bright, tangy kick from aji amarillo — the sun-yellow pepper that’s famously fruity, mildly spicy, and impossible to ignore. Perfect for dipping, drizzling, or stirring, this sauce adds warmth and happy heat to everything from roasted potatoes and grilled meats to empanadas, tacos, or a stack of warm arepas.
Tasting notes:
Creamy, luscious texture that coats every bite
Bright, fruity heat from aji amarillo balanced by tangy citrus undertones
Mild garlic and onion notes with a subtle savory finish
A hint of smokiness and a touch of salt to round it out
How to use:
As a crowd-pleasing dip for chips, yucca fries, or veggie sticks
Drizzled over roasted vegetables, grilled chicken, or steak
Folded into mashed potatoes or stirred into pasta for a Peruvian twist
As a zesty sandwich spread or topped on burgers and sliders
Why you’ll love it: This sauce is like a warm hug from home with a playful kick — comforting, family-friendly, and adventurous all at once. It brings authentic Peruvian flavor to tables, turning weeknight meals into mini-celebrations and giving guests something to talk (and lick fingers) about. Keep it chilled in the fridge and let the good times flow.