Description
This creamy chipotle sauce is a quick and easy blend of sour cream, mayonnaise, and smoky chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, perfectly balanced with lime juice and garlic powder. It adds a zesty and smoky kick to tacos, burrito bowls, nachos, or any dish needing a flavorful, spicy mayo twist.
Ingredients
Sauce Ingredients
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1-2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced (adjust for desired heat)
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Whisk sour cream and mayonnaise: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the sour cream and mayonnaise until smooth and well combined.
- Add chipotle, lime, and garlic: Stir in the minced chipotle peppers, lime juice, and garlic powder to the sour cream mixture, blending all ingredients thoroughly.
- Season and adjust heat: Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the amount of chipotle peppers based on your preferred level of spiciness.
- Serve or refrigerate: Use the sauce immediately, or refrigerate it until ready to serve. It pairs excellently with tacos, burrito bowls, nachos, and other Mexican-inspired dishes.
Notes
- You can adjust the heat by varying the amount of chipotle peppers used.
- For a thinner consistency, add a splash of water or additional lime juice.
- Refrigerate the sauce for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
- This sauce also works well as a dip for vegetables or chips.
