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Close-up of creamy chipotle crema drizzled over grilled chicken and vegetables.

chipotle crema

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Discover the perfect chipotle crema recipe! This creamy, spicy sauce adds flavor to any dish. Easy to make and delicious! 🌶️✨
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Prep Time 10 minutes
resting 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Instructions Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Adds richness and tanginess.
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Enhances creaminess.
Flavoring Ingredients
  • 1-2 pieces Chipotle Peppers Chopped finely for smoky heat.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Freshly squeezed for brightness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder For depth of flavor.
  • to taste pinch Salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • optional to taste Cilantro Adds freshness.

Equipment

  • 1 Blender or Food Processor For achieving a smooth and creamy texture.
  • 1 Measuring Cups and Spoons For accurate measurements.
  • 1 Spatula For scraping down the sides of the blender.
  • 1 Mixing Bowl If mixing by hand.
  • 1 Whisk For aerating the mixture if mixing by hand.
  • 1 Storage Container To keep the crema fresh in the refrigerator.

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Gather all the necessary ingredients.
  2. Chop the chipotle peppers finely.
  3. In a bowl, combine sour cream and mayonnaise until smooth.
  4. Fold in the chopped chipotle peppers.
  5. Add lime juice, garlic powder, and salt. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Serve as a dipping sauce or drizzle over dishes.

Notes

Essential nutrition facts per serving:
Calories Fat Protein Carbs
120 10g 2g 5g