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Mexican Crema

Mexican crema is tangy, spicy, and deliciously creamy. This versatile condiment makes the perfect topping for everything from tacos to burgers and even salads!
Course Condiment
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword creama, Mexican crema
Prep Time 5 minutes
Resting time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Servings 1 cup
Calories 102kcal
Author Elaine Benoit

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon sour cream (heaping)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1/4 teaspoon chipotle powder
  • dash salt

Instructions

  • Add heavy cream, sour cream, lime juice, chipotle powder and salt to the mixing bowl
  • Whisk for around a minute or until combined
  • Cover loosely with plastic wrap and let rest on the counter for four hours. It will thicken during this time
  • Dollop on some tacos or a quesadilla
  • Eat
  • Enjoy

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoons | Calories: 102kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 176mg | Sodium: 109mg | Potassium: 179mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 3722IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 168mg