Zesty Chipotle Lime Crema

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 0

Zesty Chipotle Lime Crema recipe for a quick and easy sauce for your Mexican dishes

by The Chefin Sauce

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

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Zesty Chipotle Lime Crema is a delicious and spicy sauce that pairs perfectly with Mexican dishes like tacos, burritos, and quesadillas. The combination of the smoky chipotle chile, tangy lime juice, and slightly sweet sour cream creates a bold and flavorful sauce that is sure to elevate your meal. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a fun party dish, this crema is a great addition to any Mexican-inspired meal.

Instructions

1.	In a blender or food processor, combine the sour cream, chipotle chile, garlic clove, lime juice, and lime zest.
2.	Process the mixture until it is smooth and well blended.
3.	Transfer the crema to a small bowl and chill it in the refrigerator until ready to use.

PROS

This crema is a simple and easy way to add a zesty, spicy flavor to your Mexican dishes.

It can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.

CONS

The chipotle chile in adobo can be quite spicy, so adjust the amount to suit your taste.

This sauce is high in fat due to the use of sour cream.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The lime juice in this recipe adds a boost of Vitamin C to your meal, which can help to support a healthy immune system.
The garlic in this crema has been linked to promoting heart health and reducing inflammation in the body.

	1 cup sour cream
	1 -2 chipotle chile in adobo
	1 -2 garlic clove
	1 lime , juice of
	lime zest