Authentic Mexican Crema Recipe: The Perfect Creamy Topping

A bowl of creamy Mexican crema garnished with lime zest, a cilantro leaf, and a drizzle of olive oil, ideal for adding to tacos or enchiladas.

Authentic Mexican Crema Recipe: The Perfect Creamy Topping

✨ Learn how to make authentic Mexican crema at home with just a few simple ingredients! 🌮 This rich and tangy crema is the ultimate topping for tacos, enchiladas, soups, and more. 🥣 Smooth, velvety, and bursting with flavor, it's a versatile condiment that elevates any Mexican dish. 🇲🇽 Best of all, it’s incredibly easy to make and can be customized to suit your taste. 💚

5 from 3 votes

Course: Condiments & Sauces, Healthy Recipes

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: authentic crema topping, homemade crema, Mexican crema recipe

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 1

Total Time: 1 5

Servings: servings

Calories: 120kcal

Author: Isabel Thompson

Ingredients

▢ 1 cup heavy cream
▢ 2 tablespoons buttermilk
▢ Juice of 1 lime
▢ 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

In a medium-sized bowl or jar, mix 1 cup of heavy cream with 2 tablespoons of buttermilk. Stir gently until well combined.
Cover the bowl or jar loosely with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap. Let it sit at room temperature for 24 hours, allowing the mixture to thicken and develop its signature tangy flavor.
Once thickened, stir in the juice of 1 lime and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Mix until smooth and creamy. Adjust salt and lime juice to taste if desired.
Transfer the Mexican crema to a clean, airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. This allows the flavors to meld perfectly.

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Notes

Tips for the Best Mexican Crema

Control the Tanginess: 🍋 Adjust the amount of lime juice to suit your taste. Less lime juice for a milder flavor, or more for a tangy kick!
Consistency Hack: 🥛 For a thinner crema, add a tablespoon of milk at a time until you reach your desired texture.
Storage: 🧊 Keep the crema in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Custom Flavors: 🌶️ Add a touch of garlic powder or smoked paprika for a unique twist.

Ways to Use Mexican Crema

Drizzle over tacos, burritos, or enchiladas. 🌮
Use as a creamy topping for soups like tortilla soup or pozole. 🍲
Pair with fresh vegetables or chips as a dipping sauce. 🥕
Spread on tostadas or use as a dressing for salads. 🥗

Create your own homemade Mexican crema today and elevate your cooking with this easy-to-make, authentic recipe! Perfect for any Mexican-inspired meal. 🌟🇲🇽✨

Nutrition

Nutrition Disclaimer

The Chef Marcy is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is an estimate. If calorie count and other nutritional values are important to you, we recommend running the ingredients through whichever online nutritional calculator you prefer. Calories can vary quite a bit depending on which brands were used.