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Fish Taco Sauce

Creamy Fish Taco Sauce for Your Best Tacos Ever

Transform your tacos with my creamy fish taco sauce, perfect for adding flavor and customization.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise Substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter alternative
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt Use Greek yogurt for a healthier version
  • 1 lime juice Freshly squeezed for best results
  • 1 lime zest Enhances flavor depth
  • 1-2 teaspoons hot sauce Adjust based on spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon honey or sugar Optional, adjust for sweetness
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Fresh minced garlic can be substituted
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder No direct substitute necessary
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Regular paprika can be used
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin No substitutions suggested
  • to taste salt and black pepper Adjust to taste
  • to taste fresh cilantro Optional, alternatives include chives or dill

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • Whisk
  • Airtight Container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Fish Taco Sauce
  1. In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream or Greek yogurt, lime juice, and lime zest. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Add hot sauce, honey or sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and ground cumin. Stir until evenly blended.
  3. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and adjust lime juice or hot sauce as needed.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  5. Stir well before serving, and drizzle over tacos or use as a dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 1mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, use fresh lime juice and allow the sauce to chill fully before serving. Customize herbs to suit your taste.

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