Jul 27, 2020 - Crema de cilantro is the perfect topping for your Mexican dishes. Made with 3 ingredients, this cilantro and lime crema is easy, fresh and SO flavorful.
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Cilantro lime crema is made with chopped fresh cilantro, fresh lime juice, garlic, and sour cream. There are so many great uses for it that you’ll love! To a food-processor, add sour cream, lime juice, lime zest, cilantro, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Pulse until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
Add the sour cream, lime juice, lime zest, cilantro, garlic, salt, and pepper into the food processor and blend until smooth. After combining these ingredients, taste the lime crema and adjust the seasonings to make sure the flavors balance together nicely. How can I make it spicy?
Made with sour cream and mayonnaise and flavored with fresh chopped cilantro and fresh lime zest and juice, this crema comes together in one bowl and is an easy way to add a touch of creaminess and brightness to rich and spicy dishes.
If you don’t have a food processor, you can make this crema de cilantro by hand. Be sure to chop the cilantro as finely as you can so you don’t have any chunks (or too many stems) and then combine everything very well in a bowl with a spoon or whisk. So much of the flavor comes from the lime and cilantro, so use the freshest you can.