Sauce for Fish Tacos
Elevate your fish taco game with this zesty and creamy sauce that brings a burst of vibrant flavors to every bite. Crafted with a luscious blend of sour cream and mayonnaise, this recipe is brightened by freshly squeezed lime juice and fragrant cilantro, while a hint of garlic and ground cumin adds depth. A touch of honey balances the acidity, and for those who love some heat, finely diced jalapeño can be added for an optional spicy kick. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy-to-make fish taco sauce pairs perfectly with any seafood dish, making it a versatile staple you'll want to keep on hand. Serve it chilled to enjoy a refreshing complement to the bold, savory notes of your favorite taco fillings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 tablespoons Lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 piece Jalapeño, finely diced (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the sour cream and mayonnaise until smooth and well blended.
Add the chopped fresh cilantro and freshly squeezed lime juice to the mixture. Stir until evenly mixed.
Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, and honey, ensuring all ingredients are incorporated.
Add salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting the seasoning if needed.
For a little heat, stir in the finely diced jalapeño, if using.
Transfer the sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled as a topping for fish tacos. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1392 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 133.9 g | 172% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.5 g | 192% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 233 mg | 78% | |
| Sodium | 1638 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.8 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.4 g | ||
| Protein | 10.9 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 386 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 359 mg | 8% | |
*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.
