Description
Add a burst of flavor to your meals with Aji Verde, a spicy, creamy Peruvian green sauce made with cilantro, jalapeños, garlic, lime, and mayonnaise. This versatile sauce is perfect for dipping, drizzling, or spreading on grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or fries. Quick to make and full of bold flavor, Aji Verde will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen!
Ingredients
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves (packed)
2 jalapeños, stemmed and seeded (or leave seeds for extra heat)
2 garlic cloves
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (optional but traditional)
Salt, to taste
Instructions
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Blend the ingredients: Combine cilantro, jalapeños, garlic, mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, olive oil, and Parmesan in a blender or food processor.
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Blend until smooth: Process the ingredients until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure everything is blended evenly.
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Season: Taste the sauce and season with salt as desired. For a tangier flavor, add more lime juice, or for extra heat, add another jalapeño.
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Chill: Chill the sauce for 15–30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
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Serve: Serve the sauce cold or at room temperature with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, fries, or rice bowls.
Notes
Huacatay (black mint): For a more authentic flavor, use Peruvian huacatay (black mint) instead of or in addition to cilantro.
Greek yogurt substitution: Use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise for a lighter, tangier version of Aji Verde.
Extra heat: Keep the seeds in the jalapeños or add more for a spicier sauce.
