Mexican white sauce, also known as salsa blanca or crema de queso, is a versatile and flavorful sauce that adds a creamy and tangy touch to various Mexican dishes. Whether you're looking to enhance the flavor of tacos, enchiladas, burritos, or quesadillas, this versatile sauce is sure to impress. Made with a blend of simple ingredients like sour cream, milk, cream cheese, and seasonings, Mexican white sauce is a quick and easy recipe that can be prepared in just a few minutes. With its rich and creamy texture and zesty flavor, it's a must-try condiment for Mexican food enthusiasts.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
MEXICAN WHITE SAUCE
This is the white sauce that you find in Mexican restaurants. Serve with tortilla chips.
Provided by JENJONESY
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes
Time 2h15m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Measure salad dressing into a medium bowl. Gradually stir in the milk. Season with red pepper flakes, cumin, salt, garlic powder, and oregano, and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to blend. If you taste it right away, all you will taste is salad dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 65.8 calories, Carbohydrate 3.4 g, Cholesterol 7.3 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 218.6 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
SAUCE ESSENTIALS: SPICY MEXICAN WHITE SAUCE
This is an excellent tasting, versatile white sauce. I use it on tacos, I pour it over a nice freshly cooked chimichanga; I even employ it as a dip with a big bowl of tortilla chips. It's very easy to make, and you can have it ready in 15 quick minutes. It's so yummy, I could eat it with a spoon. So, you ready... Let's get...
Provided by Andy Anderson !
Categories Other Sauces
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Chef's Note: I did several versions of this recipe before I got the spices correct. The chilies, cayenne, and hot sauce, give it just enough heat so that you know it's there. But, not so much heat that it overpowers the dish you are using it with. It's possible that you may want it even hotter, and if that's the case... GO FOR IT.
- 2. PREP/PREPARE
- 3. Gather your ingredients.
- 4. Add the butter to a saucepan over medium heat.
- 5. When the foaming subsides, add the flour, and whisk, until the butter is fully absorbed into the flour, about 2 - 3 minutes.
- 6. Add about a quarter of the chicken stock, and then whisk until incorporated into the roux.
- 7. Continue adding the stock, about a quarter at a time, until it is completely incorporated, and the mixture is smooth.
- 8. Add the remaining ingredients, and stir to combine.
- 9. Chef's Note: I usually, cut up my own chilies, and then sauté them until nice and soft. If, however, you don't wish to do that, you can always purchase a small 4 ounce can of diced green chilies. Just make sure to thoroughly drain them before adding to the sauce. My favorite canned green chilies are: Hatch brand.
- 10. Allow the sauce to lightly simmer, for 3 - 5 minutes.
- 11. Chef's Note: Do a final taste for proper seasoning.
- 12. Reduce the heat to low (just enough to keep it warm), and then reserve until needed.
- 13. PLATE/PRESENT
- 14. Use any way that you would employ a good Mexican white sauce. This stuff is so good, I could eat is with a spoon. Enjoy.
- 15. Keep the faith, and keep cooking.
MEXICAN WHITE CHEESE DIP/SAUCE
This dip is similar to white cheese sauces served in many Mexican restaurants. The amount of heat can be adjusted by adding your favorite chili pepper or crushed cayenne pepper to taste. As is, it is kid-friendly, quick, and delicious! It can be used as a dip for tortilla chips or a sauce for many Mexican dishes.
Provided by leahnwells
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes Hot Cheese Dip Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place cheese, milk, and butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Cook until cheese has melted, stirring frequently. Stir in green chilies, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper to taste. Add more milk if dip is too thick. Heat through and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.6 calories, Carbohydrate 5.3 g, Cholesterol 55.1 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 13.1 g, Sodium 1207 mg, Sugar 2 g
MEXICAN WHITE SHRIMP IN CHAMPAGNE SAUCE
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat and add the shallots and garlic. Saute, stirring, until the shallots are slightly softened, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add the Champagne and tarragon sprig and simmer gently until reduced by half, about 15 minutes. Remove the tarragon sprig and add the cream. Simmer for another 5 minutes. Season to taste with salt and white pepper. Set aside.
- Preheat the broiler and lay the shrimp in a roasting pan large enough to hold them in one layer. Sprinkle them with salt and brush 1/4 cup of the Champagne sauce over them with a pastry brush. Broil, turning once, until the shrimp are just cooked through, about 5 minutes.
- Gently reheat the remaining sauce over low heat. Divide the shrimp among 4 plates and spoon the sauce over them. Garnish with chopped tarragon and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 304, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 24 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 979 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
WHITE CHOCOLATE MOLE SAUCE (MEXICAN)
An unusual recipe for Mole Sauce that is just divine! Impress your partner or family with this "gourmet" Mexican sauce on your favorite meat. Mole is a very traditional sauce that is found in many authentic Mexican dishes. You can make the sauce up to week ahead of time, leaving the chocolate out. To serve, heat in a saucepan and stir in the white chocolate.
Provided by sassafrasnanc
Categories Sauces
Time 30m
Yield 1 1/2 cups, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spread peanuts, almonds and walnuts on a jelly-roll pan. Toast in the oven, shaking the pan occasionally, until the nuts are slightly colored and fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes.
- In a blender, combine the nuts, water, cinnamon stick and cloves; blend until nuts are very finely ground. Strain through a medium-mesh sieve over a bowl, pressing on the solids with the back of a ladle or rubber spatula to release the liquid. Reserve the liquid and discard the solids.
- In the blender, combine the chiles, garlic, onion and nut liquid. Add the animal crackers; puree until smooth. Strain through a medium-mesh sieve over a bowl, pressing on the solids with the back of a ladle or rubber spatula to release the liquid. Discard the solids.
- In a large saucepan, heat the butter. Stir in the nut-chile liquid. Simmer, uncovered, over medium heat, scraping the bottom of the pan occasionally with a rubber spatula, until the mixture is the consistency of thick pea soup, about 15 minutes.
- Stir in chocolate, salt and pepper until the chocolate is melted. Use immediately.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the flavor of your sauce.
- Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make a white sauce, so feel free to adjust the ingredients and proportions to suit your taste.
- Make a large batch of sauce ahead of time: This will save you time and effort during the week, it keeps in the refrigerator for several days.
- Use multipurpose: Use in many Mexican dishes. It's used on enchiladas, tacos, and burritos and as a dip for chips, raw vegetables, or crackers.
Conclusion:
Making a flavorful and versatile Mexican white sauce at home is easy and budget-friendly. With basic ingredients and simple steps, you can create a creamy, flavorful sauce that takes your Mexican dishes to the next level. Whether you prefer a mild or spicy version, this sauce offers endless possibilities for customization, allowing you to adjust the ingredients and seasonings to your liking. So, next time you crave Mexican flavors, experiment with this easy-to-make white sauce and discover the delightful culinary journey that awaits.
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