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🥣 Sour Cream Sauce (ready in 10 min)

Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 150
A quick and flavorful sour cream sauce perfect for dipping or drizzling over dishes, ready in just 10 minutes.

Ingredients

Dairy

  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (Healthy Homemade Mayonnaise)

Spices and seasonings

  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon cumin powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt (pink Himalayan)

Vegetables

  • 1 small red chili (deveined and deseeded)
  • 2 cloves garlic (peeled, grated or crushed)
  • 2 small scallions (finely chopped)
  • 2-3 tablespoons milk (optional, for runnier sauce)

Instructions 

  • Mix lemon juice, garlic, chili, scallions, sour cream, mayonnaise, cayenne, cumin, and salt in a bowl.
  • Add milk to desired consistency and stir well.
  • Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy.

Notes

This sauce pairs well with grilled meats, vegetables, or as a dip.
Calories: 150kcal
Cost: $5
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: International
Keyword: sour cream