Imagine a creamy, vibrant green sauce that can transform any ordinary meal into a Mexican culinary masterpiece. This Casa Ole Green Sauce is not just a condiment – it's a flavor revelation that will have your taste buds dancing and your dinner guests begging for the recipe! In just five minutes, you can whip up a restaurant-quality sauce that's creamy, zesty, and packed with fresh cilantro and a hint of jalapeño heat.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 5 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 1 cup
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 jalapeño, seeded
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Wash the fresh cilantro thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels, removing any tough stems.
- Remove the seeds from the jalapeño pepper by cutting it in half lengthwise and scraping out the white membrane and seeds with a spoon. This helps control the heat level of the sauce.
- Place the cilantro, jalapeño, sour cream, mayonnaise, and lime juice into a food processor or blender.
- Pulse the ingredients until they are smooth and well combined, scraping down the sides of the container as needed to ensure even blending.
- Taste the sauce and add salt gradually, blending and tasting after each addition to achieve the desired flavor profile.
- Transfer the green sauce to a clean serving bowl or storage container with a tight-fitting lid.
- Refrigerate the sauce for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together and become more pronounced.
- Serve chilled as a dip, dressing, or condiment for Mexican dishes like tacos, nachos, or grilled meats.
Tips
- Cilantro Freshness is Key: Use fresh, crisp cilantro and remove tough stems for the smoothest texture.
- Heat Control: For a milder sauce, remove all seeds from the jalapeño. For extra kick, leave some seeds in.
- Blending Technique: Pulse the ingredients to ensure a smooth consistency, scraping down the sides of the blender to incorporate all ingredients evenly.
- Flavor Enhancing Tip: Let the sauce chill for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld and intensify.
- Storage Hack: Keep the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Serving Suggestions: Use as a dip, drizzle over tacos, nachos, grilled meats, or use as a zesty salad dressing.
- Customize Your Sauce: Adjust salt and lime juice to taste, and don't be afraid to experiment with the proportions to make it your own!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 4g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 36g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 55mg
