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Aji Verde Sauce

Aji Verde Sauce

  • Author: Christopher
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: About 1 cup
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This easy Aji Verde Sauce recipe is a vibrant and creamy plant-based sauce made with fresh herbs and wholesome ingredients. Perfect for drizzling, dipping, or spreading, it adds a tangy and spicy touch to grilled vegetables, sandwiches, and more. The sauce is quick to prepare, customizable in spice level, and naturally gluten-free, making it an ideal addition to brighten and elevate your meals.

Ingredients

Fresh Herbs and Vegetables

  • Fresh Cilantro – 1 cup, packed
  • Jalapeño Pepper – 1 small (seeds removed for mild heat)
  • Garlic Cloves – 2 cloves, peeled
  • Lime Juice (natural) – 2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed

Base and Seasonings

  • Plant-Based Mayonnaise – 1/2 cup
  • Vegetarian Worcestershire Sauce (natural) – 1 tablespoon
  • Olive Oil – 2 tablespoons
  • Natural Gelling Agent – 1 teaspoon
  • Salt – 1/2 teaspoon, or to taste
  • Black Pepper – 1/4 teaspoon, or to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare Fresh Ingredients: Wash the cilantro and jalapeño thoroughly. If you prefer a milder sauce, remove the seeds from the jalapeño. Peel the garlic cloves and juice the limes for fresh lime juice.
  2. Blend the Base Components: In a blender or food processor, combine the cilantro, jalapeño, garlic, plant-based mayonnaise, lime juice, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and olive oil. Blend until the mixture is smooth but still has some texture.
  3. Add Natural Gelling Agent: Sprinkle the natural gelling agent into the blender and pulse briefly to incorporate it evenly. This will give the sauce a creamy and slightly thick consistency that clings well to food.
  4. Season to Taste: Add salt and black pepper gradually, tasting as you go until the flavor is balanced. Adjust the heat by adding more jalapeño or diluting with extra plant-based mayonnaise if needed.
  5. Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate the sauce for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the texture to firm slightly for best results.

Notes

  • Use fresh cilantro to maintain vibrant green color and fresh flavor.
  • Add jalapeño gradually while tasting to control spice level.
  • Blend thoroughly for a smooth, silky sauce texture.
  • Chilling the sauce enhances flavor and improves texture.
  • Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: Latin American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: 70
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 0.3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Aji Verde Sauce, plant-based sauce, cilantro sauce, vegan green sauce, spicy sauce, creamy dipping sauce

Find it online: https://easyrecipeplanet.com/aji-verde-sauce/