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Peruvian Green Sauce

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Peruvian Green Sauce, or Aji Verde, is a creamy, zesty, and mildly spicy condiment made with jalapeños, cilantro, garlic, mayonnaise, and lime. Perfect for drizzling over grilled meats, veggies, or as a flavorful dip.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cup (approximately 16 servings)

Ingredients

3 whole jalapeño chiles, seeds removed or left in for more heat

1 cup fresh cilantro leaves

2 medium cloves garlic

½ cup mayonnaise

¼ cup sour cream

2 teaspoons fresh lime juice

1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

  1. Add jalapeños, cilantro, garlic, mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, vinegar, salt, and pepper to a food processor or blender.
  2. Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
  3. With the machine running, slowly drizzle in olive oil to create a creamy emulsion.
  4. Transfer to a container and refrigerate until ready to serve. The sauce will thicken slightly as it chills.

Notes

Leave jalapeño seeds in or add a serrano pepper for extra heat.

Swap cilantro with parsley if preferred.

Add half an avocado for a creamier, richer version.

Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter option.

Roast garlic before blending for a sweeter, mellow flavor.

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Stir before use.

Not suitable for freezing due to dairy content separation.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Blended
  • Cuisine: Peruvian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
  • Calories: 60
  • Sugar: 0.3g
  • Sodium: 90mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 0.2g
  • Protein: 0.3g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg