Description
A quick and easy Mexican white sauce recipe that is creamy, zesty, and versatile. Perfect for tacos, nachos, grilled meats, and more. This Tex-Mex inspired sauce is simple to prepare and endlessly customizable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups creamy salad dressing (e.g., Miracle Whip)
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/2 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, add the creamy salad dressing.
- Slowly whisk in the milk until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Add the crushed red pepper flakes, cumin, garlic powder, oregano, and salt.
- Stir well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled as a dip, drizzle, or sauce.
Notes
- Adjust milk quantity for desired thickness.
- Use your preferred creamy dressing.
- For a spicier sauce, add minced jalapeños.
- For a smoky flavor, add chipotle powder.
- Add chopped cilantro and lime juice for a cilantro-lime variation.
- Blend in mashed avocado for a richer, thicker sauce.
- Use Greek yogurt or light mayo substitute for a lighter version.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days.
- Do not freeze. Stir before serving if separation occurs.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican-American/Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 66 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 0.5 g
- Cholesterol: N/A