Recipes from Ecuador: Aji Criollo (Cilantro Salsa)

Recipes from Ecuador

Aji Criollo (Cilantro Salsa)

Country: Ecuador
Course: Sauces
Makes: 6 to 8 servings

Ingredients:

4 hot peppers (such as jalapenos or serranos)
1/2 bunch cilantro
1/2 cup water
3 garlic cloves
Juice from 1/2 lime (or lemon)
3 tbs finely chopped white or green onion
Salt to taste

Directions:

Put everything except the chopped white onions and salt in a blender or food processor and blend until you get a smooth sauce.
Add the onions and salt.

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