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Guasacaca

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Guasacaca Sauce

The authentic Venezuelan Green Sauce! Guasacaca is a bright, tangy, and highly herbaceous condiment. Perfect for grilled meats, chicken, arepas, empanadas, or anything that needs a vibrant flavor boost!

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Authentic Venezuelan Guasacaca: The Zesty, Herbaceous Green Sauce

Introduction:

Meet Guasacaca (pronounced wah-sah-cah-cah), the legendary Venezuelan green sauce that’s a staple at every street food vendor (calle del hambre) and family barbecue (parrilla). This is our family version, the famously vibrant and lighter Guasacaca—a powerful, tangy sauce that skips the avocado to let the fresh herbs and aromatics truly shine. Think of it as Venezuela’s answer to chimichurri, only smoother and zestier!

What Makes Our Guasacaca So Flavorful?

This sauce is a bold celebration of fresh ingredients, perfectly blended for a smooth, pourable consistency:

Abundant Herbs: We load it with fresh Cilantro and Parsley, creating an intensely herbaceous and beautiful emerald-green sauce.
The Signature Tang: A generous splash of Lime provides the essential, bright acidity that defines traditional Guasacaca and cuts perfectly through rich meats.
Savory Depth: The rich flavor foundation comes from fresh Green Bell Pepper, Onion, and Garlic, giving the sauce a satisfying savory bite.
Smooth Texture: Blended with love, the result is a silky-smooth sauce that pours beautifully and clings perfectly to your food.

How to Use Guasacaca (It Goes on Everything!):

Guasacaca is a universal condiment in Venezuelan cuisine, prized for its ability to enhance almost any dish:

Grilled Perfection: Slather it on Grilled Steak, Chicken, or Sausage. It’s the must-have accompaniment for any Latin American barbecue.
Traditional Topping: Drizzle it generously over Arepas, Empanadas, and Tostones.
Marinade/Dressing: Use it as a quick, bright marinade for poultry, or thin it slightly for a vibrant, tangy salad dressing.
Simple Dip: Serve as a flavorful dip for fried plantains (tostones), yuca fries, or crusty bread.

Discover the incredible, zesty flavor that makes this green sauce a Venezuelan favorite. Buy a jar and put it on everything!

Tequeños

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Tequeños,

What is a Tequeño?

The tequeño is one of the most beloved and iconic foods in Venezuela, often affectionately called the “Venezuelan cheese stick” or “cheese finger” (deditos de queso). It is a delicious, simple pastry consisting of:

The Filling: A stick of semi-hard, white artisan cheese, traditionally Queso Blanco (or queso para freir / frying cheese). This cheese is key because it gets soft and warm when cooked but doesn’t completely liquefy and ooze out like mozzarella.
The Dough: A thin, slightly sweet, and buttery wheat flour dough.
The Preparation: The dough is cut into strips and meticulously wrapped in a spiral fashion around the cheese stick, completely sealing the filling. It is then deep-fried until golden brown and crispy, or sometimes baked/air-fried.

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Origins and History

The precise origin is shrouded in culinary legend, but the most widely accepted theory traces the tequeño back to the city it is named after: Los Teques, the capital of Miranda state, near Caracas.

The Báez Family Legend (Early 20th Century): The most popular tale credits the Báez family, a wealthy and prominent family in Los Teques, with its creation. The sisters in the family, or their cook, are said to have used leftover dough and cheese to create the “cheese rolls” (quesitos enrollados). The delicacy gained popularity as a party favor and, later, when it was transported to Caracas, people at the train station would shout, “The Tequeños have arrived!” referring to the people from Los Teques and their famous snack.
Naming: The name “Tequeño” eventually stuck, in honor of the city of Los Teques where the treat was popularized.

4. Serving Suggestions & Dipping Sauces

The classic tequeño is fantastic on its own, but it is often served with a variety of delicious dipping sauces:

Sauce Name	Description	Flavor Profile
Salsa Rosada (Pink Sauce)	A simple blend of mayonnaise and ketchup.	Creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet.
Guasacaca	A bright and zesty avocado-based sauce, similar to a looser guacamole but with a tangy kick from vinegar.	Fresh, herby, tangy, and savory.
Garlic Sauce	A smooth, creamy sauce made with a mayonnaise base and fresh garlic and cilantro.	Rich, herbaceous, and savory.
Sweet Fillings	While less traditional for dipping, tequeños are now made with sweet fillings like Guava and Cheese or Chocolate for dessert.	Sweet and complementary to the dough.

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Venezuelan Empanadas

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Venezuelan Empanadas

Venezuelan Empanadas: Crispy Corn Pastries with Endless Fillings

Introduction:

Venezuelan Empanadas are one of the country’s most beloved street foods. Unlike other versions made with wheat flour, the Venezuelan style uses a dough made from precooked cornmeal (Harina P.A.N) and water. The result is a light, golden, deep-fried pastry with an unmistakable crispy exterior and a satisfyingly chewy center.

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Why They Are a Favorite:

The Perfect Crunch: The corn dough is light, sturdy, and fries up beautifully, giving you a wonderful golden crust that is almost never oily.
Endless Possibilities: The simplicity of the corn dough is the ideal canvas for any flavor you can dream up. They are enjoyed for breakfast, a quick lunch, or a hearty snack.

The Variety of Fillings (Rellenos):

The true joy of an empanada is the wide selection of savory fillings. You can create your own, or try one of the Venezuelan classics:

Filling Name	Description
Shredded Beef (Carne Mechada)	Slow-cooked, tender shredded beef stewed in a rich tomato-and-pepper sofrito.
Shredded Chicken (Pollo Mechado)	Moist, savory chicken pulled and seasoned with herbs and spices.
Cazón (Coastal Specialty)	Seasoned white fish, often cazón (Cod), a popular, savory seafood stew.
Dominó	The classic combination of hearty black beans and crumbled white cheese.
Chorizo & Cheese	A delicious pairing of savory, spiced sausage and melting white cheese.
Shrimp (Camarones)	Succulent seasoned shrimp, often mixed with a light, creamy sauce.

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Venezuelan Arepas

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Venezuelan Arepas

Arepas: The Iconic, Naturally Gluten-Free Corn Pocket

Introduction:

Arepas (ah-RAY-pahs) are the cornerstone of daily life in Venezuela. They are simple, ancient, and incredibly versatile corn cakes that have served as “daily bread” for centuries. Our Arepas are made in the traditional Venezuelan style: thick, round, and perfectly cooked to create a crispy shell with a soft, warm, and fluffy interior, just waiting to be split and stuffed!

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What Makes an Arepa Special?

Simple Purity: The core dough is minimalist perfection, made from just precooked cornmeal (Harina P.A.N), salt and water. This pure composition makes them naturally 100% Gluten-Free.
Unique Texture: They are cooked to a beautiful golden brown, giving you a satisfying, slight crunch on the exterior that yields to a pillowy, soft, and moist inside.
The Perfect Vehicle: The thickness is key—they are designed to be sliced open like a pita pocket, creating a sturdy vessel for endless fillings.

The Versatility of the Venezuelan Arepa:

Arepas can be eaten at any meal, from a simple breakfast to a hearty late-night snack. They are a neutral, mild corn flavor, acting as the ideal base for bold ingredients.

Stuff Them with Classics Like:

Carne Mechada: Tender, rich shredded beef.
Perico: Scrambled eggs mixed with sautéed tomatoes and onions.
Pollo: Shredded chicken, juicy and delicious.
Queso: Fresh, salty, soft Monterrey jack and Feta cheese.
Pair it with our Guasacaca! The bright, tangy green sauce cuts perfectly through rich fillings.

Arepas are more than food—they’re a tradition. Enjoy this authentic taste of Venezuelan culture!