Amazing 5-Minute Mexican Street Corn Sauce
Create a delicious and creamy Mexican street corn sauce, perfect for elote and other dishes. This easy-to-make sauce features mayonnaise, lime, sour cream, and a blend of classic Mexican spices.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 1.75 cups
- Category: Sauce
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise and sour cream.
- Add the chopped cilantro and lime juice.
- Stir in the chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder.
- Season with salt and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined and the sauce is smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Serve immediately or chill for later.
Notes
- For a spicier sauce, add more cayenne pepper or a pinch of chipotle powder.
- You can substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter version.
- This sauce is best served fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Find it online: https://savorsensations.com/mexican-street-corn-sauce-recipe/
