Why You’ll Love This Cashew Chipotle Crema
- Vegan and Dairy-Free: Made from soaked cashews, this crema has a rich, creamy texture without any dairy.
- Easy to Make: With only a few ingredients and a blender, this crema will be ready in no time.
- Customizable: Control the heat by adjusting the amount of chipotle peppers to suit your taste.
- Healthy: Packed with plant-based fats and free from artificial ingredients or harmful seed oils, it’s a wholesome addition to any meal.
Tips for the Perfect Crema
- Soak Cashews Thoroughly: For the creamiest texture, ensure your cashews are well-soaked. If you’re short on time, you can soak them in hot water for 30 minutes.
- Customize the Spice Level: Chipotle peppers add a smoky heat, so adjust the amount based on your preference. Start with just one pepper, and add more if you like it spicier. If you do not want your crema to be very spicy, start by adding just the adobo sauce and slowly add pieces of chile. You could even add it by the tablespoon if you make chipotle paste.
- Use a High-Speed Blender: This will give you the smoothest result. You may need to blend a little longer if using a food processor.
How to use this Chipotle Crema
- Drizzle over your favorite tacos or tostadas for a burst of flavor.
- Season your frijoles de olla, beans, with it.
- Use it to dip your burritos or flavor your scrambled tofu or eggs.
How to store the crema
Store your Cashew Chipotle Crema in an airtight container in the fridge. It will keep for up to a week, though you may find it’s gone long before that! If it thickens too much, stir in a bit of water to reach your desired consistency.
This Cashew Chipotle Crema is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. Whether you’re adding it to your tacos, drizzling it over roasted veggies, or simply enjoying it as a dip, it’s a versatile and flavorful addition to any dish.
Cashew Chipotle Crema
If you’re searching for a versatile, flavorful vegan sauce that’s easy to make, this Cashew Chipotle Crema will become your new kitchen staple. It’s smoky, slightly spicy, and irresistibly creamy—perfect for elevating a lot of dishes, from tacos to bowls and beyond.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cashews unroasted and unsalted unsalted cashews
- ¾ cup water
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1-2 chipotle peppers
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Put the nuts in a large bowl and cover with water. Soak from 1 hour to 3 hours.
- Rinse and put in the blender with the rest of the ingredients. Blend until you have the consistency you want.
- Taste and add more chipotle if needed.
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Tengo una Certificación Profesional en la cocina vegana; en el mundo de la cocina basada en vegetales, frutas, granos, leguminosas… en comida limpia, orgánica y vegana.
My cookbook is called Yo Cocino Latino..
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