10-Minute Green Cilantro Sauce

This 10-minute green cilantro sauce by Moribyan is one of the best sauces you can make at home. It’s tangy, bright, and super easy to make. This will level up any food instantly as it is packed with flavors. It is not only great for Mexican food but also pairs well with salads, grilled meats, sandwiches, and a lot more. You can never go wrong with this homemade sauce.

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If you want it to be spicy, you can add jalapeno seeds or cayenne pepper. But if not, leave them out. This is a quick and easy sauce recipe as it does not require much preparation. The first time I tried this sauce was in a Mexican restaurant and I absolutely loved it, but this homemade version is much better. Make sure to give this a try – you will surely love it.

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Homemade Green Cilantro Sauce Ingredients

• 2 whole jalapenos (stems and seeds removed)
• one bunch of cilantro (including the stems – bottom part removed)
• smoked paprika
• cumin
• salt
• black pepper
• 7 cloves of fresh garlic
• 1/2 cup of mayo  (or sour cream)
• 1/3 cup of yogurt
• parmesan cheese
• juice of 1 lime

Note: you can use cayenne pepper if you want to control the spiciness.

How to Make Green Cilantro Sauce

Step 1:

Remove the stems and seeds of the jalapenos and add to a a food processor or blender.

Step 2:

Add a bunch of cilantro, followed by the smoked paprika, cumin, salt, black pepper, garlic cloves, mayo or sour cream, yogurt, cheese, and juice of a lime.

Step 3:

Blend until smooth and creamy. Make a taste test and adjust the seasonings based on your preference. Mix again.

Step 4:

Transfer to an air tight container and keep in the fridge for five to seven days.

10-Minute Green Cilantro Sauce