Amazing Mexican street corn sauce in 5 minutes
This is a creamy and zesty sauce perfect for elote and other Mexican dishes. It’s quick to make and adds a delicious punch of flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 1.5 cups
- Category: Sauce
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise and sour cream.
- Stir in the chopped cilantro, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Mix until well combined and smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to use.
Notes
- For a spicier sauce, add more cayenne pepper or a pinch of finely minced jalapeño.
- This sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- It’s also delicious as a dip for chips or as a spread on sandwiches.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Find it online: https://sundayflavor.com/mexican-street-corn-sauce-recipe/