Absolutely! Here’s a Homemade Spicy Green Sauce — vibrant, tangy, and perfect for tacos, grilled meats, or drizzling over veggies. 🌿🌶️
🌶️ Homemade Spicy Green Sauce
Ingredients (Makes ~1 cup)
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1 cup fresh cilantro leaves (packed)
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1–2 jalapeño peppers (or serrano for more heat), stems removed
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2–3 garlic cloves
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2–3 green onions (white and light green parts)
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2 tbsp lime juice (fresh)
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¼ cup olive oil
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½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
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2–3 tbsp water (to thin, if needed)
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Optional: 1 avocado for creamy texture
Instructions
1️⃣ Prep Ingredients
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Roughly chop cilantro, jalapeños, and green onions for easier blending.
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Peel garlic cloves.
2️⃣ Blend
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In a blender or food processor, combine cilantro, jalapeños, garlic, green onions, lime juice, salt, and olive oil.
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Blend until smooth, adding water 1 tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
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Optional: add 1 avocado for a creamy green sauce.
3️⃣ Adjust Seasoning
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Taste and adjust salt, lime juice, or heat as needed.
4️⃣ Serve
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Drizzle over tacos, grilled chicken, fish, or roasted vegetables.
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Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Tips
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For a smoky flavor, roast jalapeños and garlic before blending.
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Use fresh lime juice for bright flavor.
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This sauce can double as a marinade — let meat or veggies sit in it for 30–60 minutes before cooking.
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Adjust spice level by removing seeds or adding more peppers.
I can also give a super quick 5-minute blender version that’s extra spicy and tangy, perfect for meal prep or topping multiple dishes.