Description
A bright and spicy herb-forward condiment perfect for grilled meats and veggies, easily made at home in under 10 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves (tender stems included)
- 2–3 jalapeños, seeded and chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lime juice, fresh squeezed
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add the aromatics. Place the cilantro, chopped jalapeños, and minced garlic into a food processor.
- Pulse several times until everything is finely chopped and evenly mixed. Scrape down the sides if needed.
- Emulsify the sauce. With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil followed by the lime juice. Process until it looks well blended and spoonable.
- Season with smoked paprika, then season with salt and pepper. Pulse once or twice to combine.
- Serve over chicken, steak, roasted cauliflower, or anything that needs a bright, spicy kick.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days. For freezing, use ice cube trays and consume within 2-3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Argentinian