In Nahuatl culture, the term macho has a meaning separate from the Spanish term and can be translated as "one who is worthy of imitation," or "enlightened one". This Salsa is macha for machos. Vigorous, fierce and courageous. Slowly fried chipotles and toasted peanuts in a smoky "xilli" (chili) oil.
XILLI is a collection of Authentic, Traditional and Artisanal Mexican Salsas, Moles, Escabeches and Adobos. These preparations have been staples in Mexican kitchens for centuries. Now XILLI makes them by hand to honor traditional recipes and conscientious practices.
Xilli honors the rich history of Mexican cuisine as it has never before been promoted outside Mexico’s kitchens. Their flavors call to mind that favorite dish your Abuela used to make, regardless of whether or not you ever had a an Abuela.
XILLI's recipes are centuries old and they try to improve them only by adapting classic techniques to our modern knowledge. In so doing, they achieve a product that is simple, delicious, authentic and unique.
No matter where your dishes are from, these additions add subtlety and vitality to even the simplest recipes because the one ingredient they all have in common is the most deceptively simple, chilies.