{"product_id":"salsa-macha-paste","title":"Salsa Macha Paste with Almonds in Avocado Oil – Peanut-Free Chili Paste","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSalsa Macha Paste — All the Flavor, Concentrated\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEverything you love about Salsa Macha, packed into a thicker, spoonable paste.\u003c\/strong\u003e We grind toasted almonds, sesame seeds and dried chili peppers into a dense, deeply savory paste bound with premium avocado oil — less loose oil, more flavor per spoonful. Use it as a cooking base or spread it straight onto bread. One 8 oz jar, handmade in small batches in Houston, Texas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Only Angel's Cocina Macha Made Without Peanuts or Pistachios\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Salsa Macha jars are built on peanuts or pistachios. This one is different: it is made with \u003cstrong\u003ealmonds\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you have been looking for a chili crisp or salsa macha that skips peanuts entirely, this is the jar. It still contains \u003cstrong\u003esesame\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003etree nuts (almonds)\u003c\/strong\u003e — see the full allergen note below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow Hot Is It? Medium-Hot.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHonestly: it is \u003cstrong\u003ehotter than our regular Salsa Macha\u003c\/strong\u003e, because grinding concentrates the chilies. But it is not a punishing, novelty-hot product. Think a confident, warming heat that builds — enough to notice, not enough to drown the almonds, sesame and garlic underneath. If our Spicy Salsa Macha is comfortable for you, this is one clear step up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo Ways to Use It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. As a cooking base.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is where the paste really earns its place:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarinade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loosen a spoonful with oil, citrus or vinegar and rub it into chicken, pork, shrimp or steak before grilling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSauce starter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Melt a spoonful into a hot pan before adding tomatoes, stock or cream for an instant depth of flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNoodles and rice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toss through hot noodles, fried rice or roasted potatoes straight from the pan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDressings and dips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Whisk into vinaigrette, stir into mayo, yogurt, hummus or sour cream.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. As a spread.\u003c\/strong\u003e Thick enough to hold its shape on a knife:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn warm toast or crusty bread, with or without butter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLayered into sandwiches, tortas, wraps and quesadillas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwirled into cream cheese or soft goat cheese for a fast party dip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn a cheese or charcuterie board, alongside honey and aged cheese\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpooned over fried or scrambled eggs, avocado toast, or grilled vegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeven ingredients. Nothing artificial, no preservatives, no fillers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvocado Oil\u003c\/strong\u003e — a heart-healthy oil high in monounsaturated fats, with a clean flavor that lets the chilies come through\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSesame Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e — toasty, nutty depth and a source of healthy fats and minerals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDried Chili Peppers\u003c\/strong\u003e — the backbone: smoky, earthy heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlmonds\u003c\/strong\u003e — ground for body and a gentle, buttery richness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOnion\u003c\/strong\u003e — savory sweetness that rounds out the chilies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarlic\u003c\/strong\u003e — aromatic and essential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSalt\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaturally \u003cstrong\u003evegan\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003evegetarian\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003egluten-free\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestions We Get Asked\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it contain peanuts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. This paste is made with almonds. 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