Pebre

Name: Pebre
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Chilean
Ingredients: 4 ripe tomatoes, finely diced; 1 large onion, finely diced; 1 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped; 2 ají verde or serrano chilies, minced; 3 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp red wine vinegar; Salt to taste; 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)

Pebre (PEH-breh)

Chilean Fresh Herb Salsa

⏱ Prep Time 15 min

📈 Difficulty Easy

👥 Servings

🔥 Calories 51 kcal

A vibrant, chunky salsa of finely diced tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and ají verde chili in olive oil and vinegar — Chile's essential table condiment.

Nutrition & Info

Protein 1.0g

Carbs 5.0g

Fat 3.0g

Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

dairy-free nut-free

Equipment Needed

cutting board sharp knife mixing bowl

Presentation Guide

Vessel: small clay bowl

Garnishes: cilantro sprig

Accompaniments: marraqueta bread, empanadas

Ingredients

4 ripe tomatoes, finely diced
1 large onion, finely diced
1 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
2 ají verde or serrano chilies, minced
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
Salt to taste
1 clove garlic, minced (optional)

Instructions

1
Rinse diced onion under cold water to remove sharpness. Drain well.
2
Combine tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and minced ají in a bowl.
3
Drizzle with olive oil and vinegar. Season with salt.
4
Mix well and let rest 10 min for flavors to meld.
5
Taste and adjust salt, vinegar, or chili to preference.
6
Serve at room temperature with bread, grilled meats, or empanadas.

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Did You Know?

No Chilean table is complete without pebre — restaurants serve it automatically with bread, the way Mexican restaurants serve salsa and chips.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

cutting board
sharp knife
mixing bowl

Garnishing

cilantro sprig

Accompaniments

marraqueta bread, empanadas

The Story Behind Pebre

Pebre is the soul of the Chilean table, a fresh condiment present at virtually every meal. Its origins blend Spanish sofrito traditions with indigenous ají peppers and the cilantro that thrives in Chile's central valley. While simple, its balance of acid, heat, and freshness defines the Chilean flavor profile.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed every meal, table condiment 📜 Origins: Colonial era

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