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Cilantro Lime Crema

The flavor will improve as the sauce rests. If possible, prepare it several hours or a day ahead.
Yield: 3/4 cup
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Ingredients
 

  • ½ cup (104 grams) mayonnaise
  • ½ cup (60g) plain Greek yogurt (I use 2% or whole)
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lime juice plus the zest from 1 lime
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt (I measure slightly scant)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, cilantro, lime juice, zest, and salt.
  2. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  3. Storage: The crema will keep for at least 1 week.
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