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shrimp taco sauce recipe Lime Crema Chili Drizzle
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 1 cup (8–10 servings) 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
This recipe provides a simple, satisfying, and flavorful Lime Crema Chili Drizzle, a creamy shrimp taco sauce infused with fresh lime and smoky chipotle. It’s perfect for transforming ordinary shrimp into a gourmet family dinner on a busy weeknight.
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise (full-fat, light, or sour cream)
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from about 2 medium limes)
- 1 to 2 teaspoons chipotle in adobo sauce, finely minced
- 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 0.125 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
Instructions
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), fresh lime juice, and minced chipotle in adobo sauce until light yellow and smooth, about 1 minute.
- Add Dry Spices and Herbs: Stir in garlic powder, chili powder, and chopped fresh cilantro. Mix until the sauce appears speckled with green and red, about 30 seconds.
- Whisk and Adjust Seasoning: Whisk until completely smooth. Taste and adjust seasonings (more lime for tang, more chili for heat, or more salt). If it’s too thick, add 1-2 teaspoons of water or milk.
- Chill for Flavor Development: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and deepen.
Notes
For a lighter option, substitute light mayo or Greek yogurt. If too thick, add 1-2 teaspoons of water or milk. To reduce heat, remove seeds from chipotle peppers. Chill for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavor. Store leftovers covered in the fridge. For quick prep, use a food processor or chop cilantro ahead of time.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Whisking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (about 30 g)
- Calories: 150 calories
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 8 mg
Keywords: shrimp taco sauce, lime crema, chili drizzle, easy dinner, family friendly, meal prep, creamy sauce, chipotle, lime, taco topping
