Yucatecan Sauce (Xnipec)

Yucatecan Sauce (Xnipec)

The tropical freshness that enhances the flavor of southern Mexico.

€9.00

200 g

A gem of Yucatecan cuisine. It’s not a blended sauce, but rather a handcrafted pickle made from thin slices of red onion and habanero peppers (yellow and orange), marinated in a citrus trio of apple cider vinegar, fresh lime juice, and a hint of orange. It’s a spicy explosion that elevates any dish—just as it does for Cochinita Pibil.

Features

Very high heat level
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ 🌶️ (A lively, fresh, and direct heat that comes from raw habanero, subtly mellowed by citrus juices).

Flavor Profile
Intensely citrusy, fresh, and crisp, with herbal notes of oregano and the characteristic fruity aroma of the habanero.

Texture
Crisp and textured (crunchy & fresh). The onion slices retain the perfect firmness, adding volume to every bite.

Recommendations for Use

This sauce isn’t poured it’s served in generous spoonfuls to top off your taco! Its tanginess and freshness provide the perfect contrast to fatty or marinated meats.

  • The Must-Have Pairing
    It’s the ultimate life partner for Cochinita Pibil. Eating cochinita without this pickled onion is a sin in Mexico.
  • Other Winning Combinations
    It pairs wonderfully with Carnitas and Barbacoa de Chivo/Borrego, as the citrusy note instantly cuts through the fat, cleansing the palate.
  • Gourmet Touch
    Use it to top burgers, add a little extra zing to a gourmet hot dog, serve with fatty fish like salmon, or simply add a crunchy touch to your everyday salads or sandwiches.

Ingredients

A fresh curtido made to order with the highest-quality raw ingredients to ensure its texture.

  • The Stars
    Sliced red onion and slices of fresh habanero chili peppers (yellow and orange varieties).
  • The Liquid Trio
    Natural apple cider vinegar, lime juice, and orange juice (to replicate the traditional sour orange flavor).
  • Herbs and Seasoning
    Dried oregano and pure sea salt.