Ortega Street Taco Sauce Recipe
The Ortega Street Taco Sauce Recipe is tasty and bold. It gives tacos a real street flavor. The sauce is tangy with a little spice. You can use it on beef, chicken, or fish tacos.
Ingredients
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp white vinegar
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp hot sauce optional
Instructions
Mix the base
- Put sour cream and mayonnaise in a bowl. Mix well.
Add tomato paste
- Add tomato paste for tang and rich flavor.
Add lime and vinegar
- Pour in lime juice and vinegar. Stir to blend taste.
Add spices
- Add chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic, onion, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Add heat
- Add hot sauce for extra spice. Stir again.
Blend for smooth texture
- Blend in a small blender for silky texture. Optional step.
Taste and adjust
- Taste the sauce. Add lime for tang or chili for spice.
Chill before serving
- Put in fridge for 30 minutes. This mixes flavors well.
Notes
- Use fresh lime juice for the best taste.
- Do not skip sour cream. It makes the sauce creamy.
- Change chili powder to match your spice level.
- Blend if you want smooth texture. Hand-mix for chunky.
- Chill sauce before serving for rich flavor.