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Chipotle Sauce with Garlic and Sour Cream

Creamy Chipotle Sauce with Garlic and Sour Cream Bliss

This Creamy Chipotle Sauce with Garlic and Sour Cream is a vibrant and flavorful condiment perfect for tacos, veggies, and chips.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup sour cream Substitute with Greek yogurt for healthier option.
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
For the Heat and Flavor
  • 2 each chipotle peppers in adobo sauce Adjust quantity based on preferred spice level.
  • 3 cloves garlic Roasted for sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice Do not substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Optional but recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon cumin Use ground cumin for ease.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
Optional Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Omit if desired thickness is achieved.

Equipment

  • blender
  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat a skillet over medium heat. Add whole garlic cloves and roast for about 5 minutes, turning frequently, until golden brown and fragrant.
  2. Chop the chipotle peppers finely using a sharp knife.
  3. In a blender, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, chopped chipotle peppers, roasted garlic, fresh lime juice, smoked paprika, cumin, and salt. Blend until smooth.
  4. Taste and adjust heat or coolness by adding more chipotle or sour cream.
  5. If too thick, blend in olive oil or water gradually for desired consistency.
  6. Transfer sauce to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 1gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5-7 days. For longer storage, freeze in ice cube trays for easy portions.

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