Elevate your dishes with a homemade creamy jalapeno sauce. With a perfect balance of heat and creaminess, this spicy jalapeno cream sauce is a game-changer. Ideal as a dip, dressing, or green taco sauce, it's a crave-worthy condiment.
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Homemade condiments are a quick and easy way to add flavor to a variety of dishes. I particularly love using this sauce in Tex-Mex dishes like our southwest salmon bowl or as a green taco sauce for our air fryer shrimp tacos.
I will guide you through how to make our creamy jalapeno sauce recipe in under 5 minutes with minimal preparation and six simple ingredients. Grab a small food processor and get ready to blend this jalapeno hot sauce to perfection!
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Why You'll Love this Recipe
Versatile: Jalapeno cream sauce has many uses, serving as a delicious condiment for a variety of dishes. Use it as a creamy dipping sauce, salad dressing, jalapeno crema for tacos, or sandwich spread to instantly elevate your meals.
Quick & Easy to Make: Whipping up creamy jalapeno sauce is a breeze. With simple ingredients and minimal preparation, it's a quick-fix solution to enhance the flavor of your meals without spending too much time in the kitchen.
Customizable Heat: You have control over the heat level. Adjust the number of jalapenos or remove the seeds to tailor the spiciness according to your preference. It's a sauce that can cater to both spice enthusiasts and those who prefer a milder kick.
Ingredients
The blend of spicy jalapenos, cool sour cream, and fresh cilantro showcases a fusion of textures and tastes in this jalapeno dipping sauce. With a touch of garlic and a splash of lime juice, this sauce not only adds a kick to your favorite meals but also demonstrates the art of balancing heat and creaminess.
- Sour Cream adds a creamy and tangy base to the sauce. It also provides a cooling contrast to the heat of the jalapenos. This jalapeno sour cream dip has a luscious texture.
- Jalapeno peppers infuse the sauce with a spicy kick, bringing a bold and vibrant flavor to the condiment. If you are a jalapeno lover, make my jalapeno simple syrup to add to drinks and cocktails.
- Cilantro adds a fresh and herbaceous element, enhancing the overall flavor profile of this jalapeno sauce. It also gives this green jalapeno sauce recipe it's color.
- Garlic provides depth and savory undertones to the sauce.
- Lime juice offers a zesty and citrusy brightness that balances the richness of the creamy base. Jalapeno lime sauce is refreshing and vibrant.
- Olive oil imparts a smooth and velvety texture to the sauce.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Variations
- Instead of sour cream, use plain Greek yogurt as the base of this recipe for a healthier option with added protein.
- To make a ranch dip or spicy ranch dressing, add a packet of ranch mix to this recipe. You may need to add extra sour cream or lime juice to get the desired consistency.
- Customize the spice level of this jalapeno sauce recipe by adding more or less jalapenos. If you like a more mild sauce, remove the ribs and seeds from the center of the jalapeno pepper.
How to Make Creamy Jalapeno Sauce
Creamy jalapeno sauce is quick to make and versatile to use, it's a must-have in your culinary repertoire.
Step 1: Prep the jalapeno by cutting off the steam and slicing down the center of the pepper. For a milder flavor, remove jalapeno rib and seeds using a knife or scooping them out with a spoon.
To a small food processor, add jalapeno, sour cream, cilantro, garlic cloves, lime juice, olive oil, and salt.
Step 2: Pulse ingredients in the food processor until the desired consistency has been reached. Taste and adjust seasonings, if needed.
Pour sour cream jalapeno sauce into a bowl and serve as a dip or creamy hot sauce for Tex-Mex dishes. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.
Ways to Serve Creamy Jalapeno Sauce
- This is one of our favorite sauces for shrimp tacos.
- Serve it as a dip with tortilla chips - like Chuys creamy jalapeno dip!
- Use jalapeno taco sauce for air fryer fish tacos or drizzle over this easy mahi mahi recipe.
- Drizzle creamy jalapeno dressing over a ground beef taco salad for a spicy kick.
- Use jalapeno cream sauce as a marinade for chicken. Coat chicken in the sauce for 30 minutes before grilling.
Storage
Store jalapeno cream sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness. Consume within 4 days for the best quality.
I do not recommend freezing this dip, or any sour cream based dips, because the texture may change upon thawing.
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Creamy Jalapeno Sauce Recipe
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- 1 jalapeno
- ¾ cup cilantro
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 lime juiced
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the jalapeno by cutting off the stem and slicing it down the center.
- In a small food processor, combine all ingredients. Blend ingredients until the desired consistency is reached. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
- Transfer the sauce into a bowl to serve. Any leftover sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for later use.
Notes
- Customize the heat level to your liking. For a more mild flavor, remove jalapeno rib and seeds using a knife or scoop them out with a spoon. For more heat, leave in the rib and seeds. You can also add an extra half or full jalapeno pepper.
- Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Do not freeze this sauce as the texture may change when it's thawed.
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