For a milder sauce, use fewer chile peppers or remove the seeds more thoroughly. This sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Try drizzling this sauce over grilled vegetables, noodles, or even eggs for an extra kick of flavor.
Cilantro-Chili Pepper Sauce
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PREP TIME25 mins
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COOK TIME25 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 5 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS28
Bright, bold, and bursting with fresh herbs, this vibrant sauce elevates everything from grilled chicken to seared tuna. Think of it as a next-level pesto, ready to awaken your taste buds.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate8 g
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Fiber1 g
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Protein1 g
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Saturated Fat0 g
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Sodium673 mg
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Sugar5 g
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Fat2 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01
StepPrepare the Peppers (30 minutes total): Cut the stem end off the chile peppers and remove the seeds using a thin knife, leaving the peppers whole. Place the peppers in a skillet and toast over medium-high heat, turning frequently, until the skins have blackened and loosened (about 10 minutes). The peppers are ready when about 1/4 of the skin has blackened. Remove the peppers, place in a small bowl, and cover with plastic wrap. Allow to cool and steam for about 15 minutes, then remove and discard the skins. Chop the peppers and set aside.
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StepInfuse the Oil and Develop Flavors (13 minutes total): Heat the sesame oil in the skillet over medium heat. Stir in the garlic and cook for 2 minutes to soften, then increase heat to medium-high and stir in the chopped peppers and salt. Cook and stir until the mixture is hot and sizzling, about 1 minute. Pour in the vinegar, brown sugar, and fish sauce. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, and allow to simmer for 10 minutes.
03
StepBlend and Serve (2 minutes): Scrape the mixture into a blender, and add the soy sauce, lime juice, cilantro, and green onion. Puree until smooth. Serve immediately.
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Cassandra Mitchell
May 4, 2025I was skeptical about the fish sauce, but it adds such a wonderful depth of flavor. This is my new go-to sauce for everything!
Elfrieda Borer
Apr 10, 2025Absolutely incredible! I made this sauce and put it on grilled chicken – the flavor was out of this world!
Anastacio Kemmer
Mar 22, 2025I found the sauce to be a bit too spicy for my taste. Next time, I'll reduce the amount of chile peppers. Otherwise, the flavor combination is fantastic!