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Chipotle Sauce with Garlic and Sour Cream

Creamy Chipotle Sauce with Garlic and Sour Cream Delight

This creamy chipotle sauce with garlic and sour cream is a versatile condiment that adds flavor to tacos, grilled meats, and more.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Sour Cream can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 2 pieces Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce adjust quantity for spice level
  • 3 cloves Garlic roasted or minced
For Brightness
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice
For Depth of Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika optional but recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
For Consistency
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil or use water if preferred

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Skillet
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by roasting the garlic in a skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until golden and fragrant.
  2. In a blender, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, chopped chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, and roasted garlic. Add fresh lime juice, smoked paprika, cumin, and salt, then blend until silky-smooth.
  3. Taste the sauce and adjust heat or flavor as needed by adding more chipotle or sour cream.
  4. If the sauce is too thick, thin it with olive oil or water and blend again.
  5. Transfer the sauce to a container, seal tightly, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For variations, consider adding fresh herbs or adjusting spices to your liking. The sauce can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5-7 days in the fridge.

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