Peruvian Green Sauce (Aji Verde)
This sauce is what food dreams are made of. It’s jam packed with cilantro, though, so if you’re one of those unfortunate souls who taste soap when you eat cilantro, you are missing out!!
Serving Size: 6-8 servings
Peruvian Green Sauce (Aji Verde)
A cilantro-heavy sauce made of dreams.
Prep time: 10 MinTotal time: 10 Min
Ingredients
- 2 whole jalapenos, roughly chopped (ribs and seeds included)
- 1 medium clove garlic, roughly chopped
- 1 cup packed cilantro
- Juice from 1/2 lime
- 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons grated cotija cheese (can substitute Parmesan)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor.
- Process/blend until smooth. May need to scrape down the sides a few times with a spatula for even processing.
Notes
I used 1/2 jalapeno to cut down on the spice. It was still AMAZING!!!
Pimiento Cheese
Pimiento cheese sandwiches are one of my earliest childhood memories. The sharpness of the cheddar, the sweetness of the peppers and the tang of the vinegar. Pure perfection.
Serving Size: 6-8 servings
Pimiento Cheese
A tangy, sharp cheese spread.
Prep time: 5 MinTotal time: 5 Min
Ingredients
- 1 8 oz. brick Longhorn or sharp cheddar cheese, large grated
- 6 oz. pimientos
- ~2 heaping tablespoons mayonnaise
- ~2 heaping teaspoons vinegar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients and refrigerate.
Notes: