Salsa Chilena

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 19

Tasty Salsa Chilena recipe to spice up your meals

by The Chefin Dips

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

261

Sugar

Fat

28g

Salsa Chilena, also known as Pebre, is a traditional Chilean dip that is often used as a condiment for grilled meats or as a topping for bread. This flavorful dip is made by blending serrano chile peppers with garlic and cilantro, and then emulsifying the mixture with olive oil and an egg. Salsa Chilena adds some heat and complexity to dishes and can be a great addition to any spice-lover's repertoire.

Instructions

1.	Cut the serrano chile peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds.
2.	Roughly chop the garlic and cilantro and add them to a food processor with the serrano chiles and salt.
3.	Crack the egg into the food processor and process until smooth.
4.	While the food processor is running, slowly pour in the olive oil until the mixture is thick and emulsified.

PROS

Salsa Chilena is a flavorful dip that can be used to add some heat to a variety of dishes.

The use of olive oil instead of traditional vegetable oil provides some healthy fats to this recipe.

CONS

The heat level of this dip may be too much for some people, so adjust the amount of serrano chile peppers used to your liking.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Olive oil has been linked to potential health benefits such as reducing inflammation and improving heart health.
The cilantro in this recipe is also a good source of vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C and iron.

	4 serrano chile peppers , or to taste
	2 cloves garlic
	1 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves
	1 teaspoon salt
	1 egg
	1 cup olive oil