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Red Pepper Crema Recipe

Red Pepper Crema Recipe

This simple, smoky Red Pepper Crema elevates the taste of Mexican-inspired dishes. It’s great for meal prep. It can easily be customized to make a vegan version.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 Cups
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 187
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Roasted Red peppers
  • ½ Cup Sour cream
  • 1 Teaspoon Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice
  • ½ Teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • ¼ Teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ¼ Teaspoon Onion Powder
  • ½ Teaspoon Fine Sea Salt
  • Cayenne Pepper A pinch
  • ½ Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Method
 

  1. Place the smoked and peeled red peppers in a small food processor. Pulse until you get a smooth consistency
  2. Next, add the sour cream, lemon juice, and blended red pepper to a pan. Stir well until combined
  3. Sprinkle in smoked paprika and the rest of the dry spices. Stir very well until there are no lumps
  4. Add shredded cheddar cheese and stir for another minute on low flame. Taste the crema and adjust the salt and paprika as needed
  5. Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for 4-5 days