Description
This creamy, tangy, and mildly spicy Burrito Sauce is a perfect accompaniment for burritos and other Mexican dishes. Made with a blend of sour cream, mayonnaise, and flavorful spices like smoked paprika, garlic powder, and cumin, this sauce brings a vibrant kick to your meals. It’s easy to prepare in just 10 minutes and can be customized with vegan alternatives for dietary preferences.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- ½ cup sour cream (use vegan sour cream if necessary)
- ¼ cup mayonnaise (use vegan mayo if necessary)
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 ½ teaspoons hot sauce
- ¾ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Combine the base ingredients: In a small bowl, add the sour cream, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, hot sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, ground cumin, and salt. Mix them well to ensure even distribution of all the flavors.
- Add water and blend: Stir in 2 tablespoons of water gradually. Continue stirring until the mixture becomes smooth, creamy, and fully combined, achieving the perfect sauce consistency.
- Rest the sauce: Use right away, or better yet, let the sauce rest for at least 10 minutes. This resting period allows the flavors to meld and intensify, enhancing the taste.
- Serve: Enjoy the burrito sauce as a delicious topping or dip for burritos, tacos, grilled meats, or veggies.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute sour cream and mayonnaise with their vegan alternatives.
- Adjust the amount of hot sauce to control spice level according to your taste.
- The sauce can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- If the sauce thickens after refrigeration, stir in a bit more water to reach desired consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
