Best 7 Baja Sauce Recipes

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Baja sauce, a staple in Mexican cuisine, is a creamy and flavorful sauce that adds a depth of flavor to a variety of dishes. It is commonly served with fish tacos, burritos, and enchiladas, but can also be used as a dip for chips or as a marinade for grilled meats. Its unique flavor profile is created by a combination of mayonnaise, sour cream, and a variety of spices and seasonings. The preparation of baja sauce is quick and easy, requiring only a few basic ingredients and minimal time to prepare. With its versatility and delicious taste, baja sauce has become a popular choice among home cooks and culinary enthusiasts alike.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BAJA SAUCE FOR FISH OR SHRIMP TACOS



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I really like this on grilled or blackened fish tacos.

Provided by flachaz

Categories     Main Dish Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

¼ cup sour cream
¼ cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon lime juice
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh cilantro
¾ teaspoon seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
¼ teaspoon ground ancho chile pepper

Steps:

  • Stir sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, cilantro, seafood seasoning, and ancho chile pepper together in a bowl.
  • Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130.7 calories, Carbohydrate 1.3 g, Cholesterol 11.5 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 188 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

BAJA SAUCE



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This is a tasty white sauce to use on Mexican dishes.

Provided by TEXASDOLL714

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 3h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, sliced
2 tablespoons diced onion
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon vinegar
¼ teaspoon cracked black pepper
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon cumin

Steps:

  • Place bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, and onion in the bowl of a food processor; puree until smooth. Stir together 4 teaspoons of this puree with the mayonnaise, and vinegar in a small bowl. Season with pepper, garlic powder, and cumin. Cover, and refrigerate for at least 3 hours to allow flavors to develop.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200.9 calories, Carbohydrate 1.6 g, Cholesterol 10.4 mg, Fat 21.9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 156.6 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

MACAYO'S BAJA SAUCE



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Just like they serve at the restaurant! Great over chimichangas! I usually cut it in half or even 1/4.

Provided by Elaniemay

Categories     Sauces

Time 5m

Yield 3-4 cups, 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 lbs cream cheese (2 pkg.)
8 ounces half-and-half
2 ounces canned jalapenos
1 dash salt

Steps:

  • Pace all ingredients in a blender and blend until mixed and smooth.

BAJA SAUCE



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So good on tilapia, mahi mahi, fish tacos, black beans, grilled shrimp or even as the sauce for cabbage slaw.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Sauces

Time 5m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup sour cream or 1/2 cup plain yogurt
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons Mexican seasoning (many recipes on food.com)
1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
1 garlic clove, finely minced (optional)
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients; stir well. Best to let it meld flavors for an hour or so before using.

BAJA CHIPOTLE CREAM SAUCE



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The Ultimate chipotle sauce for chicken or fish tacos. This sauce recipe is requested by everybody that has tried it. Now you too, have the ultimate Baja Chipotle Cream Sauce. Please enjoy!

Provided by The Firehouse Cook

Categories     Mexican

Time 1h5m

Yield 25 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup mayonnaise (Best Foods)
1/4 cup whole milk
1/4 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon garlic salt
4 chipotle peppers (rinsed, seeds removed)

Steps:

  • Deseed and devein the chipotle peppers. Make sure you rinse the adobo sauce off the chipotle peppers.
  • In a blender add all ingredients and blend for one minute.
  • Pour into no reactive bowl and chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
  • Serve over fish tacos, chicken tacos, hamburgers, or as a condiment for a great meal.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 39, Fat 3.2, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 2.7, Sodium 67.9, Carbohydrate 2.6, Sugar 0.8, Protein 0.2

GOBBLE GOBBLE CHILI WITH CHIPOTLE BAJA SAUCE



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This is a wonderful low-fat zesty turkey chili finished with a fat-free Cheddar cheese and Greek yogurt Baja sauce. Serve with your favorite cornbread recipe.

Provided by The Green Goddess

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Turkey Chili Recipes

Time 2h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound ground turkey
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 onion, chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
2 (15 ounce) cans spicy chili beans
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced chili-style tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle beer
1 chipotle chile in adobo sauce, chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup plain Greek yogurt
⅓ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 cloves garlic
1 chipotle chile in adobo sauce, chopped
1 (8 ounce) package shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and stir in the ground turkey. Cook and stir until the turkey is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink. Drain and discard any excess grease. Add bell pepper, onion, and celery. Continue to cook and stir until vegetables are tender, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Stir chili beans, tomatoes, tomato sauce, beer, 1 chopped chipotle chile, cumin, and black pepper into turkey mixture; simmer for 2 hours.
  • Place Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic, and remaining 1 chopped chipotle chile in a food processor or blender; pulse until mixture is smooth. Refrigerate sauce until ready to use.
  • Scoop chili into bowls; sprinkle with Cheddar cheese and drizzle with yogurt sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.8 calories, Carbohydrate 35.6 g, Cholesterol 54.5 mg, Fat 15.9 g, Fiber 8.3 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 1442.4 mg, Sugar 13.1 g

BAJA SAUCE



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Categories     Sauce     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Sour Cream

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup Mayo
1/2 cup Sour Cream
Juice of 1 Lime
2 tsp. Taco Seasoning
1/2 Avocado

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a blender and puree until smooth. Sauce will keep in an airtight container for 2-3 days in the fridge.

Tips:

  • To make the Baja sauce, you will need the following ingredients: mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, cilantro, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  • Start by finely chopping the cilantro. Then, in a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, cilantro, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the sauce for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • The Baja sauce can be used as a dipping sauce for fish tacos, shrimp tacos, or chicken tacos.
  • It can also be used as a topping for burritos, nachos, or quesadillas.
  • The Baja sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

The Baja sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is a great way to add a little bit of Mexican flavor to your next meal. With its creamy, tangy, and slightly spicy flavor, the Baja sauce is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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