Description
A vibrant and tangy Peruvian Aji Verde sauce packed with fresh cilantro, mint, and a spicy kick from jalapeno and Aji Amarillo paste. Perfect as a zesty dip or condiment for grilled meats, fried plantains, and chips, this easy-to-make sauce combines creamy mayonnaise and tangy cheese for a rich, balanced flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Herbs & Vegetables
- 1 bunch fresh cilantro
- 15 fresh mint leaves
- 1-2 cloves garlic
- 1 jalapeno pepper (seeded)
Dairy & Condiments
- 1/2 cup low-fat mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup grated cotija cheese (or Parmesan)
Other Ingredients
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tablespoons Aji Amarillo paste
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare Cilantro: Break the bottom half of the stems off the cilantro and discard to reduce bitterness and tough texture.
- Blend Ingredients: Place the cilantro, mint leaves, garlic, jalapeno (seeded), mayonnaise, grated cotija cheese, water, Aji Amarillo paste, lime juice, and salt into the bowl of a food processor.
- Puree Smoothly: Lock the lid securely on the food processor and puree the mixture until it becomes very smooth and creamy, ensuring all ingredients are well combined.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the sauce and add additional salt if needed to suit your preference, blending briefly to incorporate.
- Chill and Serve: Cover the sauce and refrigerate until ready to use. Serve as a flavorful dipping sauce or accompaniment. Use within one week for best freshness.
Notes
- This Aji Verde sauce is an authentic Peruvian green sauce, perfect for adding bright, fresh, and spicy flavor to your dishes.
- Use it as a dip with chips or fried plantains, or as a sauce Drizzle over grilled chicken or meats for an extra kick.
- Adjust jalapeno quantity to control the heat level.
- Grated Parmesan cheese can be used as a substitute for cotija cheese if unavailable.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 17 kcal
- Sugar: 0.2 g
- Sodium: 77 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 2 mg
