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Green Peruvian Dipping Sauce

A versatile and tasty recipe that’s quick to prepare and easy to enjoy.

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 1 cup
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Peruvian

Ingredients

  • 3 jalapenos, stem removed & roughly chopped, including seeds and ribs from 1 jalapeno Side Note: I removed the seeds and ribs from 2 jalapenos so it wouldn't be too spicy.
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves and stems
  • 2 tbsp Cotija cheese, grated *You can use Parmesan if needed
  • 2 small cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp white vinegar
  • 1 tsp lime juice
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • Sea salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste

Instructions

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  1. Combine the chopped jalapenos, fresh cilantro, cotija cheese, garlic, vegetable oil, vinegar, and lime juice together in a blender. Blend on high speed until smooth paste forms.
  2. Add the mayonnaise and blend until creamy. Taste and add more salt, pepper, or lime juice if needed. Serve with the roasted chicken (or whatever you want) and enjoy.
  3. The unused sauce can be stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.