Name: Lime Crema For Chili, Tacos, Fajitas & More
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 1 cup sour cream; 1 lime (juice of); 1 teaspoon lime zest, to taste (i use more)

"This combination of sour cream and lime is to die for (if you like limes lol). I use it instead of plain sour cream in lots of recipes, and have changed it to tangerine, lemon or other citrus fruits as well. Makes 1 cup"

Ingredients

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1 cup sour cream
1 lime (juice of)

1 teaspoon lime zest, to taste (i use more)

Nutritional

Serving Size: 1 (302 g)
Calories 437.7
Total Fat - 32.6 g
Saturated Fat - 20 g
Cholesterol - 80.5 mg
Sodium - 162.4 mg
Total Carbohydrate - 23.6 g
Dietary Fiber - 1.9 g
Sugars - 1.9 g
Protein - 16.6 g
Calcium - 347.1 mg
Iron - 0.5 mg
Vitamin C - 23.1 mg
Thiamin - 0.1 mg

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Whisk all three ingredients together and serve with any Tex Mex or Mexican recipe instead of plain sour cream.

Editorial Notes

The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.

Tips for selecting ingredients

For best results, use freshly-squeezed lime juice and zest.
If you are using store-bought sour cream, make sure to check the ingredients list to ensure it is gluten-free.

Ingredient substitutions

Greek yogurt: The tangy flavor of Greek yogurt will provide a similar texture and flavor to the sour cream, and will also add a bit of protein to the dish. This substitution will provide a healthier alternative to the original recipe.
Coconut milk: Coconut milk will provide a smooth and creamy texture to the dish, and will also add a hint of tropical flavor. This substitution will provide an interesting twist to the original recipe.

Variations

Orange Crema Replace the lime juice and zest with the juice and zest of 1 orange.

Serve with

Chicken Fajitas: A classic Tex-Mex dish featuring marinated chicken, peppers, and onions, cooked in a skillet and served with warm tortillas. The Lime Crema adds a tangy, creamy finish to this delicious dish!

Mexican Rice: A delicious accompaniment to Chicken Fajitas, Mexican Rice is a simple dish made with long grain rice, tomatoes, garlic, and onion. The flavors of the rice and vegetables pair perfectly with the chicken and peppers in the fajitas, making it an ideal side dish for any Tex-Mex meal.