Aarón Sánchez x Williams Sonoma Complete Collection with Cookbook

Summary

FLAVOR PROFILE

• Ancho Malbec Braising Sauce, Fiesta Fish Taco Marinade, Garlic Chipotle Love Sauce, Habanero Love Sauce, Adobo My Way Rub, Mole My Way Rub

WHY WE LOVE IT

• Explore the authentic flavors of Mexico with award-winning chef, Food Network star and third-generation cookbook author Aarón Sánchez. Crafted exclusively for us, his time-saving sauces and seasonings make it easy to expand your culinary horizons. This signature set features six versatile essentials that help you create everything from hearty braises and Veracruz-style seafood to tacos and enchiladas. A great gift for foodies, the collection also includes one of Aarón's popular cookbooks.
• Recipes under Use & Care.
• A Williams Sonoma exclusive.

NET WEIGHT

• 3 lb. 12 oz./16.9kg food total.
• Set includes Ancho Malbec Braising Sauce, Fiesta Fish Taco Marinade, Garlic Chipotle Love Sauce, Habanero Love Sauce, Adobo My Way Rub, Mole My Way Rub and Aarón Sánchez: Simple Food, Big Flavor: Unforgettable Mexican-Inspired Recipes from My Kitchen to Yours (see More Info tab for details).
• Shipped fresh.
• Crafted in the USA using domestic and imported ingredients. Imported packaging.

Dimensions & More Info

Ancho Malbec Braising Sauce

• A rich, silky and subtly smoky mix of ancho chiles, red wine and tomatoes, this sauce is expertly slow-simmered with beef stock and spices to create complex depth and the velvety texture of a mole. (24.75 oz./700g; makes approx. 6 servings)

Fiesta Fish Taco Marinade

• This signature spin on a Veracruz-style fish marinade is a vibrant blend of tangy citrus, zesty red and yellow bell peppers, aromatic cumin and tangy achiote paste. (12 oz./340g; makes approx. 6 servings)

Garlic Chipotle Love Sauce

• This bright, savory sauce combines roasted garlic and tart lime with smoky chipotle chiles. (8.5 oz./240g)

Habanero Love Sauce

• Made with Yucatán habanero chiles, this bold, spicy sauce features the savory complexity of sofrito – the slow-simmered blend of peppers, garlic and onions used in Puerto Rican and Cuban cooking. (8.5 oz./240g)

Adobo My Way Rub

• Capturing the richness of classic adobo paste, this aromatic mix of spices, smoked paprika, chile peppers and garlic delivers savory depth and a hint of heat. Certified kosher pareve by Scroll K. (3 oz./85g)

Mole My Way Rub

• Inspired by the savory-sweet complexity of slow-cooked mole sauce, this blend features chile pepper heat balanced by herbs, spices, fruit, cocoa and a hint of brown sugar. Certified kosher pareve by Scroll K. (3 oz./85g)

Aarón Sánchez: Simple Food, Big Flavor: Unforgettable Mexican-Inspired Recipes from My Kitchen to Yours

• In this approachable resource, Sánchez shares more than 75 of his creative recipes. Highlights include Cilantro-Cotija Pesto, Chipotle-Garlic Mashed Potatoes, and Bean and Pumpkin Picadillo. Written with JJ Goode. (paperback, 208 pages)

Use & Care

RECEIVING INSTRUCTIONS

• Components ship fresh at ambient temperature.
• Upon receipt, store unopened Ancho Malbec Braising Sauce at room temperature for up to 18 months. Once opened, store in refrigerator and enjoy within 6 months.
• Store unopened Fiesta Fish Taco Marinade, Garlic Chipotle Love Sauce and Habanero Love Sauce at room temperature for up to 48 months. Once opened, store in refrigerator for up to 6 weeks.
• Store Adobo My Way Rub and Mole My Way Rub at room temperature for up to 18 months.

PREPARATION INSTRUCTIONS

Ancho Malbec Braising Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 jar Ancho Malbec Braising Sauce (included)
• 2 1/2 lb. (1.25kg) boneless beef short ribs, cut into 1" thick (2.5cm) pieces
• Kosher salt
• Freshly ground pepper
• Oil

Directions

• In large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, warm 2 Tbs. oil. Working in batches, brown short ribs for 3–4 minutes on each side, adding more oil if needed.
• Stove/Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Add braising sauce and 1 cup (250ml) water to pot, and bring to a simmer. Cover pot tightly with aluminum foil, then cover with lid. Transfer to oven and cook until fork-tender, approx. 2–2 1/2 hours.
• Slow-Cooker: Transfer browned short ribs to insert and add braising sauce. Cover and cook on high until fork-tender, approx. 4–5 hours.
• Skim fat off sauce.
• Garnish with fresh oregano leaves, chopped cilantro and sliced radishes, if desired.

Fiesta Fish Taco Marinade

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup (180ml) Fiesta Fish Taco Marinade (included)
• 1 lb. (500g) boneless, skinless fish fillets

Directions

• Combine marinade and fish in sealable plastic bag or nonreactive bowl. Seal bag or cover bowl and refrigerate for 2–4 hours.
• Remove fish from marinade and reserve remaining marinade. Grill fish as desired, brushing with reserved marinade.
• During final stages of grilling or right before serving, brush or spoon remaining sauce from jar over fish, if desired.
• Serve on warmed or grilled tortillas and drizzle with Aarón Sánchez Garlic Chipotle Love Sauce, if desired.

Garlic Chipotle Love Sauce Roast Chicken

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (125ml) Garlic Chipotle Love Sauce (included)
• 16 Tbs. (2 sticks/250g) butter, melted
• Chopped sage, thyme or oregano
• 1 whole chicken

Directions

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Mix sauce with melted butter and handful of chopped herbs. Brush mixture over chicken.
• Roast approx. 1 1/2 hours, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) as measured by instant-read thermometer.

Habanero Love Sauce Spicy Mayo

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (125ml) Habanero Love Sauce (included)
• 1 cup (250ml) mayonnaise
• Juice of 1 lime
• Salt and pepper for seasoning

Directions

• Whisk together sauce, mayonnaise and lime juice.
• Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Adobo My Way Rub & Mole My Way Rub

• Drizzle oil over chicken pieces and sprinkle liberally with rub.
• Let chicken stand uncovered for 30 minutes, then cook as desired.
• Garnish with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime, if desired, and serve.
• Also great with steak, pork, tofu or vegetables.
• We recommend 2–3 Tbs. of rub per 1 lb. (500g) of protein or vegetables.