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Bowl of creamy aji verde sauce with cilantro, jalapeño and lime

Aji Verde Sauce with Cilantro, JalapeñO and Lime Recipe

Aji Verde Sauce is a quick, creamy green sauce with a fresh cilantro, jalapeño, and lime flavor. It is perfect for adding a vibrant finishing touch or dip to meals when you want a bold homemade condiment.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 8 about servings
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Peruvian
Calories: 159
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup mayo
  • 3 oz / 85 g queso fresco
  • 1 jalapeño pepper (for a mild sauce, remove the ribs and seeds; you can also use a serrano pepper)
  • 1 cup cilantro
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • juice of 1 lime
  • a pinch of salt, to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Add all ingredients to a food processor or blender.
  2. Blend the mixture until mostly smooth, with no large chunks and a slight texture remaining.
  3. Serve the finished sauce with grilled meats and vegetables, tacos, salads, bowls, or chips.

Notes

For a milder sauce, remove the ribs and seeds from the jalapeño before blending.