Description
Mexican Crema Drizzle blends zesty jalapeños with tangy sour cream for an irresistible condiment. Spice levels can be customized to suit personal heat preferences. Cooks adore this versatile sauce that elevates salads, tacos, and grilled proteins.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (473 ml) creamy salad dressing (Miracle Whip)
- ¾ cup (177 ml) milk
- ½ tbsp (7.4 ml) crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 ½ tsps (7.4 ml) ground cumin
- 1 ½ tsps (7.4 ml) garlic powder
- 1 ½ tsps (7.4 ml) dried oregano
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml) salt
Instructions
- Preparation: Combine creamy salad dressing and milk in a medium mixing bowl, whisking until smooth and velvety.
- Seasoning: Integrate crushed red pepper flakes, ground cumin, garlic powder, dried oregano, and salt into the creamy base, stirring thoroughly to ensure complete and even distribution of spices.
- Infusion: Seal the dressing in an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and intensify.
- Serving: Give the chilled dressing a final gentle stir and utilize as a versatile condiment – perfect for drizzling over salads, using as a zesty dip, or creating a bold marinade for various proteins and vegetables.
Notes
- Boost Spice Intensity: Let the dressing rest in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to allow spices to bloom and develop a deeper, more complex flavor profile.
- Customize Heat Level: Adjust crushed red pepper flakes quantity to match your personal spice tolerance, creating a personalized dressing experience.
- Whisk with Precision: Use gentle, consistent whisking techniques to prevent lumps and ensure smooth, even distribution of spices throughout the creamy base.
- Storage Tip: Keep the dressing in an airtight container for up to 5 days, allowing flavors to continue melding and intensifying over time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 99
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 198 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg