This easy Lime Crema is often used a fish taco cream sauce. It wonderfully compliments chili, Mexican-style stuffed baked potatoes, tostadas, but as of late, we’ve been using it to adorn bacon wrapped jalapeno grilled corn on the cob as well as our favorite classic chili!
Sweet Lime Crema is a delightful condiment featuring a creamy base infused with the refreshing tang of lime. Its smooth texture and subtle sweetness complement a wide range of dishes, adding a burst of citrusy flavor that elevates the overall taste experience.
It’s almost asinine to think that four simple ingredients thrown together in a couple of minutes can transform a dish from “good” to EXQUISITE, but that, my friends, is precisely what this simple sauce does.
Benefits of Lime Crema
Lime crema offers several benefits, including:
- Tangy Flavor: Lime crema has a bright and zesty taste, thanks to the addition of lime juice. It adds a refreshing and tangy element to dishes.
- Creamy Texture: The crema has a smooth and creamy consistency, which adds richness to various dishes. It can provide a velvety texture to tacos, salads, or grilled meats.
- Versatility: Lime crema is a versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of recipes. It pairs well with Mexican, Tex-Mex, and other cuisines, adding a burst of flavor to tacos, nachos, burritos, and more.
- Balancing Ingredient: The acidity of lime juice in crema helps to balance out the flavors of savory or spicy dishes. It can mellow down the heat and add a refreshing contrast.
- Nutritional Value: Lime crema can be made with ingredients like Greek yogurt or sour cream, which can provide a good source of calcium, protein, and probiotics.
Overall, lime crema enhances the taste and texture of dishes while adding a tangy and creamy element. It’s a versatile condiment that can elevate the flavors of various cuisines.
This Sweet Lime Crema recipe is a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors, thanks to the combination of sour cream, heavy cream, cream cheese, lime juice and zest.
The sour cream adds a tartness that pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the heavy cream and cream cheese.
Meanwhile, freshly squeezed lime juice provides an extra burst of citrus flavor while adding a hint of acidity to balance out the overall taste. Finally, sea salt and black pepper add just enough seasoning to make this crema really shine!
How to Make Sweet Lime Crema
You’ll Need:
½ cup sour cream
1 cup heavy cream
4 ounces cream cheese, diced
1 Fresh Lime
¼ teaspoon sea salt & Dash freshly Ground Black Pepper
- Allow the sour cream, heavy cream, and cream cheese to sit at room temperature for 15 minutes or so.
- Without cutting the lime, zest it and set the zest aside.
- Carefully juice the lime over a small strainer ( a tea basket works wonderfully for this!) and discard any solids.
- In a mixing bowl combine the lime zest, sour cream, heavy cream, cream cheese, salt, and lime juice. Whip the ingredients together until they’re light and fluffy.
- Refrigerate at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to marry.
Substitutions
Making substitutions for ingredients can be a great way to customize recipes and make them healthier. In this Sweet Lime Crema recipe, there are several options for substituting some of the key ingredients.
1 Greek yogurt can be used instead of sour cream, while concentrated lime juice can replace fresh lime juice if desired.
2 Neufchatel cheese or low-fat cream cheese makes an excellent substitute for regular cream cheese as well. All these substitutions will help reduce fat and calories in the crema without sacrificing flavor or texture.
3 Additionally, adding different herbs and spices to the mix can create unique flavor combinations that you won’t find in traditional recipes! Whatever your preference is, using these substitution tips will ensure that your Sweet Lime Crema comes out just right every time!
Variations:
To create a simple salad dressing, thin the Lime Crema with a couple tablespoons of rice vinegar.
For a little Smoky Kick, add 1 teaspoon of Chipotle Pepper seasoning.
Cilantro Lime Crema
Add 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh Cilantro to transform this wonderful lime crema into Cilantro-Lime Crema. It adds a lovely zest to any south of the border dish!
Storage instructions
When it comes to storing Sweet Lime Crema, the most important thing is to make sure that you keep it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. This will help preserve its freshness and flavor for up to a week.
Additionally, if you are planning on freezing this recipe, be sure to leave at least one inch of headspace at the top of your storage container so that there is room for expansion. When stored properly, Sweet Lime Crema can last up to 3 months in the freezer! For best results, thaw overnight in the fridge before serving. Enjoy!
Sweet Lime Crema Recipe- Print Now
Sweet Lime Crema
Ingredients
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese (diced)
- 1 Lime
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt & Dash freshly Ground Black Pepper
Instructions
- Allow the sour cream, heavy cream, and cream cheese to sit at room temperature for 15 minutes or so.½ cup sour cream1 cup heavy cream4 ounces cream cheese
- Without cutting the lime, zest it and set the zest aside.1 Lime
- Carefully juice the lime over a small strainer ( a tea basket works wonderfully for this!) and discard any solids.
- In a mixing bowl combine the lime zest, sour cream, heavy cream, cream cheese, salt, and lime juice. Whip the ingredients together until they’re light and fluffy. Add salt & pepper¼ teaspoon sea salt & Dash freshly Ground Black Pepper
- Refrigerate at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to marry.
Variations:
- Add 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh Cilantro to transform this wonderful lime crema into Cilantro-Lime Crema. It adds a lovely zest to any south of the border dish!
If you altered the ingedients above by doubling or tripling the recipe, you may also need to change the pan/dish size and adjust the cooking/baking time.
