Description
This creamy and tangy Fish Taco Sauce is a perfect companion for any type of fish tacos. Made with a blend of sour cream, mayonnaise, fresh lime juice and zest, and a mix of flavorful spices including cumin and smoked paprika, this sauce delivers a zesty and smoky flavor. Quick to prepare and chilled for the best taste, it enhances the flavor of your tacos with a fresh cilantro touch and mild garlic undertones.
Ingredients
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Sauce Ingredients
- 1 lime
- ⅓ cup sour cream
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon half and half (or light cream)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Lime: Zest ½ teaspoon of lime zest and juice 1 tablespoon of lime juice from the lime. This adds fresh citrus flavor and brightness to the sauce.
- Mix Ingredients: In a small bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, chopped fresh cilantro, half and half, garlic powder, cumin, smoked paprika, lime zest, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Whisk thoroughly until smooth and well blended to ensure even flavor distribution.
- Chill Sauce: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the sauce for at least 30 minutes. This chilling time allows the flavors to meld perfectly for a richer taste.
- Serve: Drizzle the sauce generously over fish tacos or your choice of tacos right before serving for a creamy, flavorful finish.
Notes
- Use fresh lime for best flavor instead of bottled lime juice.
- Adjust spices according to your preference for more or less smoky or cumin flavor.
- The sauce can be made up to a day ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator.
- For a lighter version, substitute sour cream and mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
- Half and half can be replaced with light cream or even milk for a thinner consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Keywords: Fish Taco Sauce, taco sauce, creamy taco sauce, Mexican sauce, lime cilantro sauce, sour cream taco sauce, smoked paprika sauce
