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aji verde sauce recipe authentic Peruvian green sauce pollo a la brasa

Aji Verde (Peruvian Green Sauce)

Kimberly Killebrew
The famous aji verde sauce that comes standard at every Peruvian restaurant.
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4.90 from 19 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Course condiment, Sauce
Cuisine Peruvian
Servings 6
Calories 78 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 green jalapeno peppers , seeded
  • 2 cups loosely packed fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1 small clove garlic
  • 1 green onion , chopped
  • 2 teaspoons huacatay paste
  • 1 tablespoon aji amarillo paste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup Cotija, Queso Fresco, or Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup good quality mayonnaise

Instructions
 

  • Combine all ingredients in a food processor and blend until a smooth paste. Keep refrigerated for up to a week.
    Makes about 3/4 cup.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoons | Calories: 78kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 280mg | Potassium: 53mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 283IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 1mg
Keyword Aji Verde Sauce
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