I dare you not to try it 😏. This is the sauce of the summer—bright, creamy, a little zippy—and it’s a copycat of that irresistible green sauce you get with Peruvian chicken. Honestly, I could put it on everything. And the best part? It only takes a handful of fresh ingredients and a blender.
Tips & Tricks
- Olive oil makes a difference in this recipe. Good quality olive oil will make this sauce extra creamy when emulsified.
- Serve this with roasted chicken, over grilled steak, or even as a dip for warm pita bread.
The balance here is what makes it so special. The jalapeño brings just the right amount of heat (don’t worry, it’s not overwhelming), the lime adds a sunny brightness, and the cilantro keeps things fresh and vibrant. Whirl it all together with good olive oil and a little mayonnaise, and you have a sauce that’s velvety, tangy, and a little addictive.
I love serving it with roasted or grilled chicken, but I’ll let you in on a little secret—it’s just as delicious drizzled over grilled vegetables, stirred into rice, or even used as a dipping sauce for warm pita or chips. It’s one of those recipes that makes an ordinary weeknight meal feel just a little more exciting.
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 large cloves garlic
- 1 jalapeño, seeds removed
- Juice from 1 lime
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup cilantro, packed
- Pinch of salt
How to Make Aji Verde
- Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed.
- Serve generously with chicken, or anything you like.
It’s vibrant, it’s refreshing, and it’s so easy. I like to keep a jar in the fridge all summer long—it’s the kind of sauce that turns the simplest meals into something really special.
Now the only question is: what won’t you dip in it?
Aji Verde (Peruvian Green Sauce)
Equipment
- 1 Food Processor
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 large cloves garlic
- 1 jalapeño seeds removed
- Juice from 1 lime
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup cilantro packed
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed.
- Serve generously with chicken, or anything you like.
