Peruvian Sunshine: My Secret Aji Amarillo Sauce Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh Aji Amarillo peppers, seeded and roughly chopped (about 4-6 peppers depending on size). Alternatively, 1/2 cup Aji Amarillo paste
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, roughly chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco or ricotta salata, plus more for garnish (if desired)
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste