Description
This Authentic Mexican White Sauce is a creamy, tangy, and flavorful condiment made from mayonnaise, sour cream, and a blend of traditional Mexican spices and fresh cilantro. Perfect as a dip, drizzle, or topping for tacos, burritos, grilled meats, and more, this sauce offers a cool and zesty complement to a variety of dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine base ingredients: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of mayonnaise and 1/2 cup of sour cream. Stir until the mixture is fully incorporated and smooth in texture.
- Add fresh cilantro: Mix in 1/4 cup of freshly chopped cilantro to infuse the sauce with bright herbal notes.
- Add lime juice: Pour in 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lime juice to add a tangy citrus flavor.
- Incorporate spices: Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon of ground cumin, and 1/2 teaspoon of chili powder. Mix these seasonings thoroughly for a balanced taste.
- Season with salt and pepper: Add 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and black pepper, ensuring even distribution throughout the sauce.
- Mix thoroughly: Stir the sauce well to combine all ingredients fully and allow the flavors to blend uniformly.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste the sauce and, if needed, adjust seasoning by adding more salt, lime juice, or spices to suit your preference.
- Chill the sauce: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld and intensify.
- Serve: Use the authentic Mexican white sauce as a dip, drizzle, or topping on your favorite Mexican dishes such as tacos, burritos, or grilled meats.
Notes
- For best flavor, use freshly squeezed lime juice.
- Adjust the chili powder quantity to your heat preference.
- This sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Add a pinch of smoked paprika for a smoky twist.
- Use low-fat mayonnaise and sour cream for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Keywords: Mexican white sauce, creamy sauce, cilantro sauce, taco sauce, sour cream sauce, Mexican condiment, easy Mexican sauce
