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Mexican Crema

This thin and slightly tangy Mexican crema adds the perfect richness to any Mexican dish. Use on tacos, tostadas, enchiladas, and more!

Prep Time
5 mins
Additional Time
1 d
Total Time
1 d 5 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 105 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice (about 1 lime)
  • ⅛ teaspoon fine salt, plus more to taste

Instructions

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  1. Add the heavy cream and buttermilk to a small bowl or glass jar. Stir together to combine.
  2. Cover tightly with plastic wrap or a lid and let sit in a warm spot for 12 to 24 hours*.
  3. Add the lime juice and salt. Mix until well combined.
  4. Serve immediately or cover and store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

  • Resting time. I left out the heavy cream and buttermilk mixture on the counter at room temperature for 12 hours before mixing salt and lime juice. You can also allow the crema to rest in the fridge for 24 hours to allow it to thicken.
  • Thickening texture. As the crema sits in the fridge after preparing, it can continue to thicken. To thin it out before serving, you can add a splash of lime juice or buttermilk and whisk with a fork until it reaches your desired consistency.
  • Add some spice. Make a chili lime crema by adding 1 teaspoon of chili powder when mixing in the lime juice and salt.
  • Add some heat. Make it spicy by adding 1 teaspoon of chipotle powder or ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 105kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Cholesterol 41mg (14%) Sodium 52mg (2%) Potassium 27mg (1%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 437IU (9%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 24mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 105

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 105kcal 5%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 41mg 14%
Sodium 52mg 2%
Potassium 27mg 1%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 437IU 9%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 24mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.