Aji Verde (Peruvian Green Sauce)
The famous aji verde sauce that comes standard at every Peruvian restaurant.
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 2 minutes mins
Servings 6
- 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
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.
Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 78kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 280mgPotassium: 53mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 283IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 27mgIron: 1mg
Course condiment, Sauce
Cuisine Peruvian
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