Best 6 Peruvian Aji Salsa Verde Recipes
**Discover the vibrant flavors and diverse culinary traditions of Peru with two exceptional recipes: Ají Salsa Verde and a savory Lomo Saltado stir-fry. Embark on a taste adventure that highlights Peru's rich heritage and unique blend of indigenous and international influences. These dishes offer a perfect balance of flavors, textures, and colors, sure to tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the heart of Peruvian cuisine.**
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
AJI VERDE RECIPE (PERUVIAN GREEN SAUCE)
Aji Verde is a Peruvian green hot sauce. It's made up of fresh cilantro, aji amarillo, huacatay and cheese that makes it creamy and spicy. Typically served alongisde pollo a la brasa, it pairs well with roasted vegetables, chicken or bread.
Provided by Adrianna Adarme
Categories Condiment
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- To a blender, add the lime juice, olive oil, cheese, mayonnaise, serrano peppers, cilantro leaves, garlic cloves, green onions, huacatay paste, aji amarillo and salt. Blend for about 1 to 2 minutes, until very smooth. At first the cilantro leaves won't be totally smooth, but keep the blender running and it will eventually become cohesive and smooth.
- Give it a taste and adjust the salt according to your liking. Keeps in the fridge for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 12 g, Calories 185 kcal, Carbohydrate 1.5 g, Protein 1.4 g, Fat 19.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Cholesterol 11 mg, Sodium 222 mg, Fiber 0.4 g, Sugar 0.3 g
AJI VERDE (SPICY PERUVIAN GREEN SAUCE)
Learn how to make the best aji verde sauce! Aji verde is spicy Peruvian green sauce, made with cilantro, jalapeños, and a little mayonnaise and Parmesan. It is utterly irresistible drizzled onto tacos and more! Recipe yields about 1 1/4 cups.
Provided by Cookie and Kate
Categories Sauce
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a food processor or blender, combine all of the ingredients. Blend until the cilantro has broken into very tiny pieces and the sauce is green and mostly smooth (no matter how long you blend it, it will still have some texture to it).
- Taste, and adjust if necessary. This sauce is intentionally bold and spicy and I usually think it's just right as written. However, if the flavor is too overwhelming, blend in 1 tablespoon of olive oil while running the food processor. If it's not spicy enough, add some of the reserved jalapeño seeds and blend again. If it doesn't have enough zip, add another tablespoon of lime juice and/or a pinch of salt.
- Aji verde keeps well in the refrigerator, covered, for about 1 week.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize About 2 tablespoons, Calories 94 calories, Sugar 0.2 g, Sodium 161.8 mg, Fat 9.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 0.7 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.2 g, Cholesterol 13.9 mg
PERUVIAN AJI VERDE
Spicy Peruvian green sauce. Good for 2 weeks in the fridge.
Provided by Nancy Vargas
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Blend cilantro, jalapenos, lime juice, garlic, mayonnaise, olive oil, salt, and pepper together in a food processor or blender. Blend in more mayonnaise or oil to adjust thickness if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 26.4 calories, Carbohydrate 4.1 g, Fat 1.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 110.8 mg, Sugar 2.3 g
PERUVIAN AJI-STYLE SAUCE
I got this recipe from a restaurant in California 10 years ago. It's been a staple in my refrigerator ever since. It's excellent with rotisserie chicken. You can lower the calories if you stream in olive oil in replace of the mayo.
Provided by Dorothy
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place romaine lettuce, cilantro, green onions, mayonnaise, jalapeno peppers, garlic, salt, and black pepper into a blender; blend until smooth, about 2 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 49.5 calories, Carbohydrate 2.2 g, Cholesterol 2.1 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 36.5 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
AJI VERDE (PERUVIAN GREEN CHILI SAUCE)
Make and share this Aji Verde (Peruvian Green Chili Sauce) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Karina A
Categories Sauces
Time 20m
Yield 1 bowl, 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 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.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 500.9, Fat 54.3, SaturatedFat 7.5, Sodium 1181.2, Carbohydrate 4.8, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 2, Protein 1.2
PERUVIAN AJI SALSA VERDE
Classic Peruvian green sauce for chips. Can be as mild or spicy as you want. Not salsa in the typical latin restaurant sense of the word, just a unique savory and tangy sauce for dipping. Refrigerate and keep for weeks!
Provided by GoldsmithLissa
Categories Peruvian
Time 5m
Yield 1 cup, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Add all ingredients and blend until smooth.
- Use peppers, garlic, and salt to taste. Experiment as necessary, you can't go wrong. (For mild version, use 1/4 to 1/2 jalepeno pepper and remove seeds).
- I recommend allowing to refrigerate a bit before serving to set and let flavors mix.
- Serve with bread or chips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 112.2, Fat 11.5, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 1.9, Sodium 249.2, Carbohydrate 2.6, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.8, Protein 0.3
Tips:
- Use fresh, ripe ingredients for the best flavor. Look for brightly colored, unblemished peppers, tomatoes, and onions.
- If you don't have a blender, you can chop the ingredients finely by hand. However, a blender will give you a smoother salsa.
- Be careful when handling the peppers, as they can be quite spicy. Wear gloves if you have sensitive skin.
- Taste the salsa as you make it and adjust the seasonings to your liking. You may want to add more lime juice, salt, or cilantro.
- Serve the salsa immediately or refrigerate it for later use. It will keep for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.
Conclusion:
Ají salsa verde is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used to add flavor to a variety of dishes. It is especially popular in Peruvian cuisine, where it is often served with grilled meats, fish, and vegetables. This salsa is also a good source of vitamins and minerals. The peppers provide vitamin C, while the tomatoes and onions provide antioxidants. Ají salsa verde can be made in just a few minutes and is a great way to add some spice to your next meal.
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