Mexican Smoky Creamy Sauce

A rich, vibrant, and smoky sauce that brings a bold Mexican-inspired kick to your favorite dishes. Perfect for dipping or drizzling.

Ingredients

• 200 g mayonnaise
• 100 ml heavy cream
• 1 tbsp mustard
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 30 g pickled jalapeños, sliced
• 2 tbsp ketchup
• 1 tbsp Mexican hot sauce
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder

Instructions

1. 1Add the mayonnaise

   

   Add 200g of mayonnaise directly into a metal container. This will form the rich and stable base for your smoky Mexican sauce.

   Tip: Use a good quality, full-fat mayonnaise for the best texture and flavor.
2. 2Combine mayonnaise and cream

   

   Pour a small bowl of cream into the container already holding the mayonnaise. This thins the heavy mayo base slightly and adds a luxurious dairy finish.

   Tip: Ensure the cream is at room temperature so it incorporates easily.
3. 3Incorporate mustard

   

   Add the mustard to the mixture of mayonnaise and cream. The mustard adds a tangy depth that balances the richness of the dairy.

   Tip: Using a grainy or Dijon-style mustard can add extra texture, while yellow mustard offers a milder tang.
4. 4Add finely chopped onion

   

   Stir in the finely chopped onions. These provide a fresh, sharp crunch that contrasts nicely with the smooth, creamy sauce.

   Tip: Chop the onions as finely as possible to ensure they distribute evenly throughout the sauce without creating large, overpowering bites.
5. 5Include sliced jalapeños

   

   Add the sliced pickled jalapeños into the container. These will introduce a tangy, spicy kick characteristic of Mexican-inspired sauces.

   Tip: If you prefer a milder sauce, you can reduce the amount of jalapeño or remove the seeds before chopping.
6. 6Add ketchup

   

   Pour in the ketchup to give the sauce a subtle sweetness and a deep, appetizing color.

   Tip: The ketchup also helps unify the various flavors and provides a slightly thicker consistency to the final blend.
7. 7Add hot sauce

   

   Pour the Mexican hot sauce into the container with the mayonnaise and cream mixture. This will provide the essential spicy kick to the sauce.

   Tip: You can adjust the amount of hot sauce to suit your preferred level of spiciness.
8. 8Add chili powder

   

   Sprinkle the chili powder evenly over the ingredients in the container. The chili powder enhances the smoky flavor and adds vibrant color to the sauce.

   Tip: For an extra smoky flavor, you can use smoked paprika instead of standard chili powder.
9. 9Season with garlic powder

   

   Add the garlic powder to the mixture. This seasoning adds depth and savory aromatic notes to the overall profile of the smoky sauce.

   Tip: Whisk gently after adding dry spices to prevent them from clumping.
10. 10Blend the sauce

    

    Use a handheld blender to thoroughly mix all the ingredients in the container. Blend until you achieve a smooth, uniform consistency throughout the sauce.

    Tip: Pulse the blender a few times first to incorporate the dry spices before blending on high speed.

Storage & Reheating

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