Chipotle Crema (Spicy Taco Sauce)
This easy chipotle crema is a smoky, creamy, spicy taco sauce made with sour cream, chipotle peppers in adobo, garlic, and lime juice. Ready in minutes, it's the perfect sauce for tacos, bowls, and Tex-Mex favorites.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 82kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a small food processor, combine all ingredients and blend until smooth. About 30 seconds. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Notes
- If you are sensitive to heat, start with fewer peppers, blend, and taste before adding more. You can always turn up the heat, but you can’t take it back.
- Variation: If you prefer a richer, more mayo-forward sauce, you can use ½ cup sour cream and ½ cup mayonnaise instead of a full cup of sour cream.
- Store chipotle crema in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Give it a quick stir before using.
Nutrition
Calories: 82kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 109mg | Potassium: 51mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 240IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 0.2mg
