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Chipotle Lime Crema 14
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Chipotle Lime Crema

Chipotle lime crema adds creamy, spicy, citrusy goodness to all types of Mexican cuisine. This version is made with sour cream instead of the buttermilk and heavy cream traditional in Mexico.
Course Sauces & Spreads
Cuisine Mexican
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1 cup
Calories 29kcal
Author Marsha Maxwell

Ingredients

  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • ½ teaspoon chipotle chile powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Tapatio hot sauce or your favorite hot sauce
  • ¼ c. finely chopped cilantro

Instructions

  • Mix all ingredients in a small mixing bowl until well blended.
  • Taste and add more chipotle powder or hot sauce if desired.
  • Serve with fish, shrimp, chicken, pork, beef, beans or salads.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoon | Calories: 29kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 80mg | Sugar: 1g