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Creamy Jalapeño Sauce
Mexican
Vegetarian
Side Dish
Easy

Creamy Jalapeño Sauce

A vibrant, zippy, and incredibly smooth green sauce that balances the heat of jalapeños with the richness of avocado and a bright, tangy lime finish. Inspired by classic taqueria-style condiments, it is perfect for drizzling over tacos, dipping chips, or upgrading any Mexican-inspired meal.

40 min total Base: 4 servings 125 cal total

Submitted by Mystery Chef AI

Ingredients

Adjust Servings4 servings
1Base: 4 servings32
Fixed ingredients: Ripe avocado, Garlic clove, Extra virgin olive oil, Lime juice — quantities stay the same regardless of serving count.
Fresh jalapeño peppers
2 pieces
Ripe avocado
1 whole(fixed)
Fresh cilantro leaves
0.5 cup
Garlic clove
1 clove(fixed)
Mayonnaise
3 tablespoons
Extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons(fixed)
Lime juice
1 tablespoons(fixed)
Water
2 tablespoons
Salt
0.5 teaspoons

Instructions

1

Prepare the jalapeños by removing the stems. Cut them in half and remove the seeds and white membranes if you prefer a milder sauce.

2

Peel and pit the avocado, scooping the flesh into a food processor or high-speed blender.

3

Add the prepared jalapeños, garlic clove, and fresh cilantro leaves to the blender.

4

Pour in the mayonnaise, extra virgin olive oil, and fresh lime juice.

5

Add the salt to the mixture.

6

Pulse or blend on medium-high speed for 30 to 60 seconds until the mixture is completely smooth and vibrant green.

7

If the sauce is too thick, add water one tablespoon at a time, blending in between, until it reaches your preferred drizzling consistency.

8

Taste the sauce and add more salt or a squeeze of lime if needed to brighten the flavors.

9

Transfer to a bowl or squeeze bottle and serve immediately, or store in the refrigerator to allow the flavors to meld.

💡 Chef's Tip

For an authentic taqueria-style 'creamy' effect without avocado, some traditional recipes boil the jalapeños with onions and garlic before blending with oil; however, the avocado method provides a healthier, luscious texture. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. If the sauce begins to oxidize (turn slightly brown), place plastic wrap directly on the surface of the sauce before closing the container.

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