Poyo Poyo Sauce Recipe
Poyo Poyo Sauce is a creamy, spicy and comforting sauce that feels like a warm hug. I make this Poyo Poyo Sauce Recipe often at home.
Ingredients
- Butter – 2 tablespoons
- Garlic cloves – 3 minced
- Onion – 1 small finely chopped
- Tomato paste – 2 tablespoons
- Heavy cream – 1 cup
- Chili sauce – 1 tablespoon
- Paprika – 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper – ½ teaspoon
- Salt – to taste
- Sugar – ½ teaspoon
- Lemon juice – 1 teaspoon
Instructions
Melt the Butter
- Place a saucepan on medium heat. Add butter. Let it melt slowly without browning.
Cook the Onion
- Add chopped onion to the butter. Stir gently. Cook until soft and lightly golden.
Add Garlic
- Add minced garlic. Stir well. Cook for thirty seconds until fragrant.
Stir in Tomato Paste
- Add tomato paste. Mix well with onion and garlic. Cook until slightly darkened.
Add Cream
- Pour in heavy cream slowly. Stir constantly. Keep heat low to avoid curdling.
Add Spices
- Add paprika, black pepper, salt, and sugar. Stir until smooth and well blended.
Add Chili Sauce
- Stir in chili sauce. Taste the sauce. Adjust spice level as needed.
Finish with Lemon Juice
- Add lemon juice. Stir gently. Let sauce simmer for five minutes.
Check Texture
- The sauce should be creamy and smooth. Remove from heat once thick.
Notes
- Use milk instead of cream for lighter sauce
- Add cheese for extra richness
- Use smoked paprika for deep flavor
- Blend sauce for extra smooth texture
- Add herbs like parsley for freshness