What's that Jar of Spicy Vegetables at Costa Rica Restaurants?


So what is that jar of spicy vegetable dressing on the table of many Costa Rica restaurants?

It's called "Chilera"!


Chilera or Vinagre Chilera is a staple in Costa Rican cuisine that consists of a mix of hot chile peppers, onions, carrots, green beans and cauliflower ... mixed with vinegar (usually fermented banana vinegar).

Chilera is used to spice up many Costa Rican dishes -- just add a few drops to your food.

If you're REALLY bold, try eating a few of the fiery vegetables whole like Junior! [pictured below]

Posted by Bill Clanton at 9/7/2009 11:25 AM
Categories: Tourism in Costa Rica, Pictures of Costa Rica, Costa Rica Comieda, Culture in Costa Rica, Living in Costa Rica, Life in Costa Rica, Humor, Adventure Travel in Costa Rica, Kids in Costa Rica, Food in Costa Rica
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  • 9/14/2009 7:34 AM Lisa wrote:
    I loved those Chilera photos! Adorable kid and fun captions. I've seen chliera on every restaurant table in Costa Rica, but I never tried it. I'm a bit of a wimp when it comes to trying new foods. Somone else has to suggest it first. So thank you. I'm back in the States but as soon as I return I'll try some chilera - and I'll make sure there is someone ready with a camera!

    Lisa
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  • 9/15/2009 8:38 AM Mireille wrote:
    I love hot sauce and I like to add them to pasta!
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  • 9/20/2009 12:21 PM Linda Brunson wrote:
    Hi Bill, Love your blog. I have a piece of property in Atenas, and will be doing some landscaping. Have you ever seen anyone with a rototiller? I would certainly like to buy one down there. Or does anyone else reading this blog know of such a thing? Thanks in advance. Linda
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  • 9/21/2009 2:16 PM marcial wrote:
    You forgot to say also, that the green and red hot chili peppers will improve your memory... you won't forget what you ate that day... heheheh!
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  • 6/6/2010 1:10 AM SUSAN wrote:
    THE NAME OF THE CONDIMENT IS lIZANO SALSA/SAUCE DE VEGETALES Y ESPECIAS
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  • 6/6/2010 1:17 AM SUSAN GUZMAN wrote:
    THE CONDIMENT JAR THAT YOU FIND AT TABLES AND COSTA RICANS COOK WITH IS CALLED LIZANO SALSA DE VEGETALES Y ESPECIAS IT IS GREAT ..
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