Aji Verde (Peruvian Green Sauce)

• servings: 6 servings
• active time: 5 minutes
• total time: 2 minutes

Ingredients

2 green jalapeno peppers (, seeded)

2 cups loosely packed fresh cilantro leaves

1 small clove garlic

1 green onion (, chopped)

2 teaspoons huacatay paste

1 tablespoon aji amarillo paste

1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

1/4 cup Cotija, Queso Fresco, or Parmesan cheese

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1/2 cup good quality mayonnaise

Directions

Combine all ingredients in a food processor and blend until a smooth paste. Keep refrigerated for up to a week.Makes about 3/4 cup.