GUASACACA SAUCE (VENEZUELAN AVOCADO SALSA)
About 1 ½ cups
This smooth avocado sauce can be treated as a dip, similar to Guacamole, or it can be used as a sauce for grilled meats or vegetables.
Combine in a food processor:
- 1 large avocado, pitted and peeled
- ¼ cup finely chopped onion
- ¼ cup finely chopped green bell pepper
- 1 jalapeño or serrano pepper, seeded if desired
- 1 garlic clove, peeled
- ¼ cup packed fresh parsley leaves
- ¼ cup packed fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar or white wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Pulse until very finely chopped, scraping down the bowl as needed. With the motor running, add in a thin, steady stream:
- ¼ cup olive oil
Adjust the seasoning to taste with:
- Salt
- Vinegar or lime juice
The salsa will keep, covered and refrigerated, for up to 3 days.