Chilean Cilantro Salsa (Pebre)
This vibrant Chilean Cilantro Salsa, also known as Pebre, is a fresh and zesty condiment perfect for adding a kick to your meals. Adapted from 'The South American Table,' it combines fresh cilantro, green onions, and jalapeños with a tangy oil and vinegar base. Let it rest before serving to allow the bold flavors to meld beautifully.
Simple Tasty Recipes
Ingredients for 6 Servings
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1
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1/4 teaspoon
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1/4 teaspoon
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2 tablespoons
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2 tablespoons
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6
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1-2
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1 cup
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1/4 cup
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Method
- Mash garlic, salt and pepper into a paste in a medium bowl.
- Whisk in oil and vinegar until emulsified.
- Place green onions, jalapeno, cilantro and water in a blender; pulse until minced, but not pureed, about 10 seconds.
- Stir into the oil and vinegar mixture.
- Cover; let stand 2 hours to develop flavors.
Notes:
There are many variations of pebres, mildly hot or very hot, according to taste. You can add one finely chopped tomato to the salsa, if you like. Serve in a small bowl.
Serving info: Total recipe: 265g · Yields 6 portions · Portion size: 44g
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Portion | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy (kcal) | 110 | 49 | 2% |
| Carbohydrates (g) | 3.8 | 1.7 | 1% |
| ↳ of which sugars (g) | 1.2 | 0.6 | - |
| Dietary fiber (g) | 1.4 | 0.6 | 2% |
| Protein (g) | 0.9 | 0.4 | 1% |
| Total fat (g) | 10.4 | 4.6 | 6% |
| ↳ Saturated (g) | 1.4 | 0.6 | 3% |
| ↳ Monounsaturated (g) | 7.4 | 3.3 | - |
| ↳ Polyunsaturated (g) | 1.1 | 0.5 | - |
| ↳ Trans (g) | 0.0 | 0.0 | - |
| Sodium (mg) | 232.5 | 102.7 | 4% |
| Calcium (mg) | 35.1 | 15.5 | 1% |
| Iron (mg) | 0.8 | 0.4 | 2% |
| Potassium (mg) | 180.8 | 79.8 | 2% |
| Vitamin C (mg) | 19.1 | 8.4 | 9% |
| Vitamin B12 (µg) | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0% |
Ingredient data sources
- Garlic, raw — 3g — Garlic, raw — USDA FDC
- Salt — 1.5g — Salt, table — USDA FDC
- Olive oil — 27g — Oil, olive, salad or cooking — USDA FDC
- Red wine vinegar — 30g — Vinegar, red wine — USDA FDC
- Green onions — 90g — Onions, spring or scallions (includes tops and bulb), raw — USDA FDC
- Jalapeno — 21g — Peppers, jalapeno, raw — USDA FDC
- Cilantro — 32g — Coriander (cilantro) leaves, raw — USDA FDC
⚠️ = estimated or sourced outside the listed databases.
% Daily Value based on FDA 2020 Daily Values for adults (2,000 kcal diet).
Goes Great with
75 mins
