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Aji verde creamy Peruvian green sauce in a bowl with cilantro garnish and lime wedge

Aji Verde Creamy Peruvian Green Sauce with Cilantro and Lime

Aji verde is a creamy Peruvian green sauce with a smooth, spoon-coating texture and fresh, bright flavor. This quick sauce is perfect for adding a flavorful finishing touch to meals or serving as a dip.
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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 (remove ribs and seeds for a mild sauce; serrano pepper may also be used)
  • 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 until the sauce is mostly smooth with a slight texture remaining, and it falls smoothly from a spoon.
  3. Serve the finished aji verde sauce with grilled meats and vegetables, tacos, salads, bowls, or as a dip with chips.

Notes

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