Aji Verde Deviled Eggs

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Aji Verde Deviled Eggs, plated and ready to serve

Peru’s beloved green sauce blended right into the filling gives these deviled eggs a vibrant color and a bright, herby kick.

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Ingredients for Aji Verde Deviled Eggs

Aji Verde Deviled Eggs

Peru's beloved green sauce blended right into the filling gives these deviled eggs a vibrant color and a bright, herby kick.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Peruvian
Servings: 6 servings (12 halves)
Calories: 70kcal

Ingredients

  • 6 hard-boiled eggs halved
  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 jalapeño or aji amarillo seeded
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 2 tbsp cilantro
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp queso fresco (optional)
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • Scoop the yolks into a blender with the mayonnaise, chili, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, and queso fresco.
  • Blend until smooth and vibrant green.
  • Season with salt.
  • Pipe or spoon the filling back into the egg white halves.
  • Garnish with a cilantro leaf.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 70kcal | Protein: 4g | Fat: 6g
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Health Benefits

  • Eggs and mayonnaise provide fat and protein with almost no carbohydrates.
  • Aji verde sauce brings bold Peruvian flavor without any added sugar.
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