Aji Verde (Peruvian Green Chili Sauce) Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 bunch cilantro
3 jalapenos
1 garlic clove
1/2 tsp salt , to start
1/4 cup olive oil , to start
mayonnaise , about 3 tblsp to start (substitute with oil and blend until it becomes creamy if you want to keep this more authentic.)
1/4 cup water
fresh lemon juice or white wine vinegar

Directions:

Some recipes call for cilantro leaves only, but I threw in the stems as well to add some liquid to the sauce. I know cilantro is an acquired taste, so substitute with iceberg or romaine lettuce if you want a neutral taste but want to retain the green color.
Halve and de-seed the chili peppers. Make sure you wear gloves or thoroughly wash your hands afterward. And don't rub your eyes!
Puree all the ingredients in a blender, food processor, or hand immersion blender. It's like making pesto, start with the basic portions and adjust according to your taste. What worked for me was roughly those amounts. Add mayonnaise for creaminess. You can add water too if the sauce appears too thick. I've seen some recipes that called for white cheese or nuts, but felt those were too strong in taste since the versions of aji sauce that I've liked were light in flavor, with just an undertone of spiciness.
Serve with bread for dipping.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	119.3 Kcal (499 kJ)
Calories from fat	117.76 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	13.08g	20%
Cholesterol	2.1mg	1%
Sodium	226.2mg	9%
Potassium	22.33mg	0%
Total Carbs	0.72g	0%
Sugars	0.39g	2%
Dietary Fiber	0.23g	1%
Protein	0.16g	0%
Vitamin C	8.6mg	14%
Calcium	3.5mg	0%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	366.27 Kcal (1533 kJ)
Calories from fat	361.54 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	40.17g	20%
Cholesterol	6.45mg	1%
Sodium	694.5mg	9%
Potassium	68.57mg	0%
Total Carbs	2.21g	0%
Sugars	1.19g	2%
Dietary Fiber	0.71g	1%
Protein	0.48g	0%
Vitamin C	26.4mg	14%
Iron	0.1mg	0%
Calcium	10.7mg	0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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