Vera Cruz Chili Oil

Taste: Smokey and spicy!

Have fun with the spicy and smoky aromas of this premium quality extra virgin olive oil that perfectly balances heat and flavor.

How to Enjoy: 

• Sautéing shrimp, eggs, chicken, or beef. 
• Topping pizza dough, roasted potatoes, and warm pasta. 
• Dressing salads or using as a base in gravies. 

Featured Recipes: 

Mexican Quinoa Stuffed Peppers 

Serves 6, Prep Time - 15 minutes, Cook Time - 45 minutes
Recipe courtesy of Olivelle

Ingredients-

• 1 Tbsp Vera Cruz Chili Olive Oil

• 1 Yellow Onion, diced

• 2 Garlic Cloves, chopped

• 2 cups Dry Quinoa

• 2 cups Chicken Broth

• 14.5oz can Diced Tomatoes

• 28oz can Tomatoe Sauce, divded

• 1 tsp Smokey Bacon Sea Salt

• 1 Tbsp Hot Sauce

• 6 Red or Yellow Bell Peppers, cored and tops removed

• Pecorino or Queso Blanco Cheese, for topping

Directions-

1. Sauté onions and garlic in chili oil until translucent. Add quinoa and toast for 3 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

2. Add chicken broth, diced tomatoes, ¾ of the tomato sauce, and salt. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.

3. Fluff with fork and stir in hot sauce.

4. Stuff peppers with quinoa mixture and top with remaining tomato sauce. Bake covered at 350 degrees for 10 minutes. Uncover, sprinkle with cheese, and bake for an additional 2 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve and enjoy!