Colombian Hogao with Holà Colombia

Colombian Hogao with Holà Colombia

Ingredients (4 people)

3 ripe tomatoes (or 250 g crushed tomatoes)
1 onion (or 2 spring onions)
1 clove of garlic

3 tbsp oil (sweet olive or sunflower)
1 to 1½ tsp Holà Colombia
Salt, to taste
(optional) fresh coriander or parsley
 

Preparation

Finely chop the onion and garlic.
Heat the oil over low heat, add the onion + a pinch of salt.
→ Cook gently without browning (5–7 min).
Add garlic, cook 30 seconds.
Add the tomatoes cut into small dice.
Sprinkle Holà Colombia, mix.
Let simmer gently for 10–15 min, until soft but still chunky.
Taste and adjust the salt.
Remove from the heat, add the coriander if using.

Tips to enhance your mixture

Sweet infusion: add Holà Colombia at the time of the tomato, not in the oil → the aromas remain clear.
Roasted tomatoes (premium option): roast the tomatoes for 15 minutes in the oven before adding them → rounder taste, perfect for a “signature” version.
Storage: 4–5 days in a cool place, freezes very well.