# Peanut-Based Mexican Sauces Trader Joe's New Salsa De Cacahuate Hails from Southern Mexico By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2022-06-19 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salsa-de-cacahuate References: [traderjoes](https://www.traderjoes.com/home/products/pdp/salsa-de-cacahuate-073992)  [Trader Joe's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thai-peanut-satay-sauce) is yet again expanded its [salsa lineup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-mexicana-roasted-salsa) with the debut of its new Salsa de Cacahuate. In Southern Mexican cuisine, salsa de cacahuate is a savory, [peanut-based sauce](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trader-joes-peanut-brittle) that's used on everything from street tacos to grilled shrimp. Trader Joe's version is a tribute to this staple, offering all the creaminess, nuttiness, and spice of the original. As the brand explains, "Just like the namesake sauce that inspired it, this rich and flavorful jarred Salsa is almost endlessly versatile. Aside from enjoying as a dip with your favorite tortilla chip, you can use it to enhance everything from burritos to burgers to breakfast fare." In fact, this salsa even makes a great finish for salmon, steak, pork lion, or other proteins. Image Credit: Trader Joe's ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Peanut-based Sauces:** There's an opportunity to explore more peanut-based sauces in various cuisines beyond Mexican. - **Versatile Salsa:** There's a trend towards creating sauces that can be versatile across different types of dishes and cuisines. - **Authentic Flavors:** There's an opportunity for brands to explore more authentic flavors in their products inspired by traditional cuisines. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** As more consumers look for versatile and authentic ingredients in their cooking, there's an opportunity for food and beverage companies to expand their offerings. - **Mexican Cuisine:** The popularity of this peanut-based salsa and the versatility of the sauce speaks to the potential for new products in the Mexican Cuisine industry. - **Global Cuisines:** Exploring and experimenting with new ingredients and flavors to create more unique and versatile sauces or food products within global cuisines can be a disruptive innovation opportunity. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Thai Peanut Satay Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thai-peanut-satay-sauce.md) - [Thai-Style Peanut Dressings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thai-style-peanut-dressing.md) - [Guajillo Pepper Salsas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guajillo-salsa.md) - [Pickled Black Bean Salsas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cowboy-caviar-salsa.md) - [Hybrid Salsa-Infused Guacamoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guacasalsa.md) - [Naturally Flavored Enchilada Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trader-joes-enchilada-sauce.md) - [Japanese-Style Peanut Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crispy-crunchy-coated-peanuts.md) - [Spicy Onion-Flavored Peanuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crunchy-chili-onion-peanuts.md) - [Chunky Hot Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chunky-garlic-jalapeo-hot-sauce.md)