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Mexican White Sauce

Creamy Mexican White Sauce That Elevates Your Everyday Meals

This Creamy Mexican White Sauce offers a unique blend of rich flavors perfect for tacos, burritos, and more.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Adds creaminess and tangy flavor.
  • 0.5 cup Crema Enhances richness and smooth texture.
For Flavoring
  • 1 clove Garlic Provides savory depth and aroma.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Adds zesty freshness; use freshly squeezed for best flavor.
For Heat
  • 0.5 unit Jalapeño Offers mild heat; adjust quantity based on desired spice level.
For Freshness
  • 0.5 cup Cilantro Adds an herby freshness that complements the creaminess.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • whisk or spatula
  • knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mexican White Sauce
  1. Gather all your ingredients for the Mexican White Sauce. Finely chop the garlic and cilantro, and slice the jalapeño in half.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the sour cream and crema. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and lime juice into the creamy mixture thoroughly.
  4. Finely chop the jalapeño and mix it into your sauce, adjusting according to your spice preference.
  5. Give the Mexican White Sauce a thorough stir and taste to adjust lime juice and jalapeño.
  6. Gently fold in the chopped cilantro into the mixture until well incorporated.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure to finely mince the garlic for even flavor distribution. Always taste before chilling to adjust flavors. Use fresh ingredients for the best results.

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