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Avocado Crema

Creamy Avocado Crema: The Ultimate Quick Sauce Delight

Avocado Crema is a creamy, zesty sauce that enhances any meal effortlessly.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 81
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • ⅔ cup sour cream can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • ½ whole ripe avocado peeled and pitted
For Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped; omit if not preferred
  • 1 clove garlic finely chopped
  • 1 whole lime zest and juice
For Seasoning
  • 1 pinch kosher salt to taste
Optional Thinning Agent
  • as needed milk milk to thin out the crema

Equipment

  • blender
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • Spatula
  • Airtight Container

Method
 

Directions
  1. In a blender, add sour cream, ripe avocado, chopped cilantro, garlic, lime zest, and juice. Add kosher salt.
  2. Blend on medium speed until smooth, about 30-45 seconds. Scrape sides as needed.
  3. Taste and adjust lime juice or salt if necessary, then blend briefly to mix.
  4. Transfer to an airtight container, pressing wrap against the surface to minimize browning. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Stir before serving. Use as a drizzle for tacos or as a dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 81kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 60mgVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 10mg

Notes

Make sure to use ripe avocados for the best texture and flavor. Adjust seasoning to personal preference. Store properly to maintain creaminess.

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