Aji Verde

Name: Aji Verde
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 cup mayo; 3 ounces (a little chunk) 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

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This creamy and zesty Aji Verde sauce is the perfect accompaniment to any dish. Made with fresh cilantro, cheese, and a hint of spice from jalapeño pepper, this versatile sauce can be used as a topping, dip, or marinade. Easy to make and full of flavor, it's a must-try!

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Servings: 8

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2 tablespoons olive oil

1/2 cup mayo

3 ounces (a little chunk) 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

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Blend all ingredients in a food processor or blender until smooth-ish. I like to go until it smoothly drips off a spoon – no more chunks but just a little bit of texture to it.

You’re done! Serve with grilled meats and veggies, tacos, salads, bowls, or just dip into it with some chips. It’s incredible.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

227kcal

11%
Fat

25g

1%
Saturated Fat

5g

0%
Carbohydrates

1g

0%
Fiber

0g

0%
Sugar

0g

0%
Protein

0g

0%
Cholesterol

11mg

0%
Sodium

98mg

4%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Aji Verde

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Nutrition Facts Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total recipe.

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