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spicy green sauce (peruvian aji verde)

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Recipe by
wendie chaplin
@mamawen
San Pedro, CA

OMG I think Ive got the recipe for the Delicious green sauce that comes as a condiment at the California restaurant Pollo Inka. Can be placed on top of any protien or just on rice. Be careful its addictive.

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(1 rating)
yield serving(s)
prep time 5 Min

Ingredients For spicy green sauce (peruvian aji verde)

  • 7
    lettuce leaves
  • 2
    serrano chiles (start with 2 add for spicier, i use 3)
  • 3 Tbsp
    mayo
  • 1/2
    lime or lemon
  • 1/2
    handful of cilantro
  • 1/8 tsp
    salt
  • 1 Tbsp
    bread crumbs

How To Make spicy green sauce (peruvian aji verde)

  • 1
    In a blender or food processor mix the lettuce leaves, serrano chilies, mayo, lime, cilantro and salt.
  • 2
    Adjust ingredients to taste or amount your gonna make.
  • 3
    Use breadcrumbs as a thickener. If sauce is too runny then start with a tablespoon and add as needed. Want to be a consistency a little looser than hummus.
  • 4
    Enjoy as a dipping sauce for veggies, over rice, protein, or drink from the bottle!!!
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