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creamy chipotle crema in a wooden bowl.
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Creamy Chipotle Crema

This creamy chipotle crema sauce, with cool sour cream, spicy chipotle peppers, and zesty limes, is the ultimate condiment. Drizzle this tangy sauce on tacos, salads, and more for the perfect spicy kick!
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 59kcal
Author: Ashley Boyd

Equipment

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
  • Juice and zest of one lime
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients except salt to a countertop blender and pulse until smooth. Season to taste with salt.

Notes

  • If you want more heat, add 1 to 2 more chipotle peppers.
  • Store this sauce in a squeeze bottle or airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
  • The sauce thickens as it sits. To thin it out add 1 to 2 tablespoons of lime juice.2

Nutrition

Serving: 2Tablespoons | Calories: 59kcal | Carbohydrates: 3.3g | Protein: 0.9g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2.1g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 228mg | Potassium: 27mg | Fiber: 0.8g | Sugar: 1g | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 1mg