Mean Chef's Mexican Crema

Creamy, tangy, and utterly versatile, Mean Chef's Mexican Crema is the perfect finishing touch to elevate your favorite Mexican dishes! This easy-to-make recipe uses just four simple ingredients—heavy cream, buttermilk, fresh lime juice, and a pinch of salt—to create a silky topping with a delightful balance of richness and zest. Requiring only 5 minutes of prep and an overnight rest to thicken, this homemade crema is fresher and more flavorful than store-bought versions. Drizzle it over tacos, enchiladas, soups, or grilled vegetables, and watch your meals transform with its velvety texture and vibrant flavor. Quick to prepare yet packed with authentic taste, this Mexican crema recipe is a must-have addition to your kitchen repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Buttermilk
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized bowl, combine the heavy cream and buttermilk. Stir well until fully mixed.

Step 2

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and let it sit at room temperature for about 12 to 24 hours, or until the mixture thickens slightly. The timing may vary depending on the temperature and humidity of your kitchen.

Step 3

Once the mixture has thickened, stir in the fresh lime juice and salt. Mix until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Taste and adjust the lime juice or salt as desired to achieve your preferred flavor.

Step 5

Transfer the Mexican crema to a clean, airtight container and refrigerate it for at least 1 hour before serving. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully.

Step 6

Serve as a topping for your favorite Mexican dishes, such as tacos, enchiladas, or soups. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(288.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	822.7

Total Fat 81.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 243.4mg	0%
Sodium 1291.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 2.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.1g	0%
Total Sugars 1.7g
Protein 1.0g	0%

Vitamin D 15.9IU	0%
Calcium 38.4mg	0%
Iron 0.1mg	0%
Potassium 56.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 98.0%

Protein: 0.5%

Carbs: 1.5%