Cilantro Mint Sauce
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
6 servings (2 tablespoons each)
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Calories
12 kcal
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Cuisine
Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
Cilantro Mint Sauce
Description
This sauce combines fresh cilantro and mint leaves with garlic cloves, fresh ginger, and chopped jalapeño for a lively green sauce. Lime juice adds acidity, while sugar balances the flavors. The ingredients are puréed until smooth and seasoned with salt, with optional adjustments to spice or consistency by adding more water. The ginger is peeled easily with a spoon or substituted with fresh ginger paste, while jalapeño seeds can be omitted for less heat.
The sauce's bright herbal and citrus flavors make it useful as a dipping sauce, marinade, or accompaniment to grilled meats, vegetables, or snacks. Its spiciness level can be tailored by adjusting the jalapeño seeds or type of pepper used.
Leftovers keep well covered in the refrigerator for up to four days and can be frozen for up to three months, making it convenient for advance preparation.
Ingredients
- 4 cloves garlic peeled
- 1 (1-inch) piece ginger peeled (see note 1, fresh
- 2 cups cilantro loosely-packed, fresh
- 1 cup mint loosely-packed, fresh
- 1 jalapeno pepper stemmed and coarsely chopped (see note 2)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (from 1-2 limes)
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- salt
Instructions
- In a food processor or blender, add garlic and ginger and pulse until coarsely chopped. Add cilantro, mint, jalapeño, lime juice, water, and sugar and pureé until smooth.
- Season to taste with salt (I like 1/2 teaspoon). Adjust consistency with additional water if desired.
Notes
- To peel ginger easily, rub the skin with a spoon or substitute with fresh ginger paste.
- Remove jalapeño seeds and membranes to reduce spiciness if preferred.
- This recipe yields about ¾ cup of sauce, suitable for multiple uses.
- Store leftovers refrigerated for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months, thawing overnight.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings (2 tablespoons each)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 12 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2tbsp | |
| Calories | 12kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 150mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 67mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 530IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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