Chuy's Creamy Jalapeno Lime Sauce
Elevate your culinary creations with Chuy's Creamy Jalapeño Lime Sauce—an irresistible blend of tangy, zesty, and creamy goodness inspired by the beloved Tex-Mex chain. This quick and easy 10-minute recipe pairs velvety mayonnaise and sour cream with the bold kick of pickled jalapeños, aromatic fresh cilantro, and a burst of citrusy lime juice. Buttermilk adds a silky smooth texture, while hints of garlic and ground cumin deliver a depth of flavor that’s simply unforgettable. Perfect as a dip for chips, a salad dressing, or a topping for tacos and grilled meats, this versatile sauce is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Refrigerate for an hour before serving to let the vibrant flavors shine through, and watch this crowd-pleasing condiment steal the show at your next meal!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 1 cup (loosely packed) Fresh cilantro
- 4 Pickled jalapenos
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
Directions
Step 1
In a blender or food processor, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, fresh cilantro, pickled jalapenos, garlic cloves, and fresh lime juice.
Step 2
Blend until the mixture is smooth and all ingredients are well incorporated.
Step 3
Add the buttermilk, salt, and ground cumin to the blender or food processor, and blend again until the sauce reaches your desired consistency. Add more buttermilk if you want a thinner sauce.
Step 4
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed (e.g., add more salt or lime juice for extra tang).
Step 5
Pour the sauce into an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld together.
Step 6
Serve chilled as a dip for chips, a dressing for salads, or a topping for tacos, burritos, or grilled meats.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (786.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2367.3 |
| Total Fat 227.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 50.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol 377.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2608.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 80.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 28.4g | |
| Protein 16.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 126.9IU | 0% |
| Calcium 625.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 484.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories