Chipotle Lime Crema

Chipotle Lime Crema

A smoky, tangy Mexican-inspired sauce with chipotle peppers and fresh lime that adds heat and coolness to burgers.

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By Time for Burgers Test Kitchen

Chipotle Lime Crema brings a smoky, tangy kick to your burgers with its perfect balance of heat and coolness. This Mexican-inspired sauce combines the deep, smoky flavor of chipotle peppers in adobo with the bright acidity of fresh lime juice, all mellowed by rich sour cream. The result is a versatile condiment that adds complexity and excitement to any burger.

The beauty of this crema lies in its adaptability—you can easily adjust the heat level by adding more or fewer chipotles, making it perfect for everyone from spice lovers to those who prefer a milder kick. The sour cream base provides a cooling contrast that tames the heat while letting the smoky chipotle flavor shine through.

This sauce is particularly outstanding on Mexican-inspired burgers, black bean burgers, chicken burgers, or any burger topped with avocado. It also makes an excellent drizzle for tacos, quesadillas, or as a dipping sauce for sweet potato fries.

Prep Time8mins
Cook Time0mins
Total Time8mins
Servings8people

Ingredients

Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Category: Dinner
Calories: 65
Keywords: chipotle, crema, lime, sauce, Mexican, spicy, condiment