Green Chile and Cilantro Sauce

Name: Green Chile and Cilantro Sauce
Total time: PT0D0H0M
Yield: makes About 2/3 Cup
Ingredients: 6 fresh Peruvian green chiles or serrano chiles; 1 bunch cilantro (stems included); 3 cloves garlic, peeled; 1 small white onion, peeled and coarsely chopped; 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

Serves
makes About 2/3 Cup

Peruvians use a cautious hand when spicing their food, but compensate for their conservatism by serving a variety of fiery, chile-based salsas as condiments alongside their meals. This bright green, spicy sauce is best made shortly before it is served.

Ingredients

6 fresh Peruvian green chiles or serrano chiles
1 bunch cilantro (stems included)
3 cloves garlic, peeled
1 small white onion, peeled and coarsely chopped
2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

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Instructions

Step 1

Remove and discard stems and seeds from chiles, then place in a blender. Add cilantro, garlic, onions, oil, and 2 tbsp. very hot water. Purée until smooth, adding more hot water to thin if necessary.