Cilantro Jalapeno Sauce

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Cilantro Jalapeno Sauce

This Cilantro Jalapeno Sauce blends fresh jalapeños and cilantro with tangy sour cream, garlic, lime juice, and a touch of apple cider vinegar. The sauce emulsifies with olive oil, creating a creamy, bright, and mildly spicy condiment perfect for adding a fresh and zesty kick to various dishes.

Description

Cilantro Jalapeno Sauce combines halved fresh jalapeños and loosely packed cilantro stems blended with sour cream, garlic, lime juice, and salt. Olive oil and apple cider vinegar are then slowly incorporated while blending to emulsify the sauce, resulting in a creamy consistency with balanced acidity and mild heat. The fresh ingredients impart a vibrant green color and bright flavor profile dominated by herbal notes from cilantro and the gentle heat of jalapeño, rounded by the smoothness of sour cream.

This sauce can be served as a dip, drizzle for grilled meats or vegetables, or a flavorful topping for tacos and sandwiches. Its creamy yet fresh character offers a versatile condiment that complements a variety of dishes without overwhelming them.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 4 jalapeños halved
  • 2 cups cilantro stems removed, loosely packed
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • lime juice of 1
  • Pinch salt
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  1. Combine jalapenos, cilantro, sour cream, garlic, lime juice and salt in the bowl of a food processor. With the motor running, add olive oil and vinegar in a slow stream until emulsified.
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