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Creamy Spicy Fish Taco Sauce

Creamy Spicy Fish Taco Sauce for Quick Flavor Boost

Elevate your taco nights with this Creamy Spicy Fish Taco Sauce, ready in under ten minutes for a quick and flavorful boost.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise Use full-fat mayo for best results.
  • ½ cup Greek Yogurt Opt for plain, whole-milk yogurt for texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Fresh is best, but bottled works in a pinch.
  • 1 piece Chipotle Pepper Substitute smoked paprika and a pinch of cayenne for a milder sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon Adobo Sauce Optional but recommended for authenticity.
  • 1 piece Jalapeño Adjust to taste or omit for a milder sauce.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Use fresh minced garlic for the best taste.
  • ¼ cup Cilantro Can be omitted or swapped for parsley if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin A key spice for flavor depth—don’t skip it!
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Can substitute for chipotle if preferred.
  • Salt and Black Pepper Essential for seasoning; adjust according to your taste.
Optional Garnish
  • Lime Wedges Serve alongside for an extra zesty touch.
  • Chopped Cilantro Sprinkle on top for added freshness and color!

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • airtight container

Method
 

Directions
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine ½ cup mayonnaise, ½ cup Greek yogurt, and 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice. Using a whisk, blend these ingredients together until smooth and creamy.
  2. Fold in 1 minced chipotle pepper, 1 tablespoon of adobo sauce, 1 finely chopped jalapeño, and 2 cloves of minced garlic. Stir until evenly distributed.
  3. Mix in ¼ cup chopped cilantro, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, and 1 teaspoon smoked paprika. Season with salt and black pepper to your liking.
  4. Transfer the sauce to an airtight container and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  5. Once chilled, stir the sauce again before serving. Use generously as a topper for fish tacos or as a dip for grilled delights.

Nutrition

Serving: 30gramsCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 1gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill for at least one hour for the best flavor. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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