Ají Verde (Peruvian Green Chile Sauce)
By David PazmiñoPublished on May 18, 2022
Time
10 minutes
Yield
Makes about ¾ cup
Ingredients
½ cup mayonnaise1 jalapeño chile, stemmed, seeded, and chopped coarse3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro2 tablespoons grated cotija cheese2 tablespoons lime juice1 tablespoon jarred huacatay paste1 garlic clove, minced
Before You Begin
Huacatay is a Peruvian herb sometimes called black mint. You can find it jarred in supermarkets or online. If it's unavailable, increase the cilantro to 5 tablespoons.
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in blender and process until smooth, about 1 minute. (Sauce can be refrigerated for up to 1 week.)
Time
10 minutesYield
Makes about ¾ cupIngredients
Ingredients
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Why This Recipe Works
Zippy ají sauces are mandatory with pollo a la brasa, and they're not just for the chicken: Peruvians also pour them all over the salad and fries that share the plate. This one is mayonnaise-based and bolstered with gutsy seasonings such as garlic, huacatay paste, cilantro, lime, cotija, and jalapeño.
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