Mama's Cilantro Cream Sauce
Elevate your dishes with Mama's Cilantro Cream Sauce, a zesty and creamy blend that's perfect as a topping, dip, or drizzle. Bursting with the vibrant flavors of fresh cilantro, tangy lime juice, and a touch of heat from jalapeño, this silky sauce combines sour cream, mayonnaise, and a hint of garlic for an irresistibly smooth texture. In just 10 minutes, you can whip up this versatile recipe using a blender, making it an easy go-to for tacos, grilled meats, seafood, or even crunchy veggies. Whether you're looking to spice up weeknight meals or impress guests at a gathering, this cilantro cream sauce is your new kitchen essential for adding bold, fresh flavor to any dish.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup (packed) Fresh cilantro
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 large Garlic clove
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 0.5 (seeded for less heat) Jalapeño
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Rinse 1 cup of fresh cilantro thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or debris. Pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel. Trim off any thick stems.
Step 2
Peel 1 large clove of garlic and cut the jalapeño in half, removing seeds if you prefer a milder sauce.
Step 3
In a blender or food processor, combine the cilantro, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic clove, lime juice, jalapeño, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
Step 4
Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of water to reach your desired consistency and blend again.
Step 5
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lime juice, if needed.
Step 6
Transfer the cilantro cream sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Step 7
Use as a topping for tacos, a dip for chips or veggies, or a sauce for grilled meats and seafood.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (539.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1616.0 |
| Total Fat 160.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 42.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 232.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1619.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 49.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.0g | |
| Protein 9.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 340.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 263.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories