This smoky spicy Chipotle Cashew Cream sauce is the perfect addition to tacos, burritos, or anywhere else you want to add some spice.
I made this Chipotle Cashew Cream to eat with my Black Bean Jicama Tacos, and the combination was fabulous! This chipotle sauce can be used for tacos, burritos, fajitas, or in a sandwich.
Drizzle it on vegan nachos or use it as a dip. Vegan chipotle crema thickens after being refrigerated.
If you want a thin consistency you could either use it right after making it or add more water if you plan on using it later.
If you like chipotle, try my Vegan Mashed Chipotle Potatoes, Chipotle Hummus, Chipotle Black Bean Dip, or Maple Chipotle Baked Tofu.
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🧾 Ingredients
- Cashews: For the creamy texture.
- Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce: Adds a spicy smoky flavor. If you don't like things too spicy, check the spice level after adding one chipotle. If you have a corn intolerance or gluten intolerance like me, make sure to read the labels. Many brands contain corn starch.
- Lemon juice: Balances out the cream. Adds a tart acidic flavor. You could also use lime juice.
- Sriracha sauce: Adds a spicy garlic flavor.
- Vegan sour cream: Adds a tangy flavor and more creaminess. Taste it to see if you think it needs it. You could also use vegan yogurt or vegan mayo, or leave it out.
- Salt and pepper: Enhances flavors and adds flavor.
- Water: Thins out the sauce.
This is an overview of the ingredients. For the list of ingredients with measurements and instructions see the recipe card at the end of this post.
📖 Variations / Additions
- Chipotle powder in place of chipotle peppers
- Cumin, chili powder, paprika, cayenne pepper for more spiciness and a taco flavor
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🔪 Instructions
- Soak cashews in water for 4 hours. Drain water. If you are in a hurry, you can soak the cashews for 1 hour in hot water.
- In a food processor blend cashews, water, chipotle in adobo sauce, vegan sour cream, lemon juice, sriracha sauce, and salt and pepper until smooth and creamy.
Ways To Use Chipotle Cream
- Veggie burgers
- As a dip for tortilla chips or sweet potato fries
- Vegan Enchiladas
- Tacos with refried beans
- Vegan Nachos
- Burrito or a burrito bowl
- Quesadillas
- Pizza
- On roasted veggies
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I originally posted this recipe on January 26, 2015. I added new photos and text when I republished it.
📋 Recipe
Chipotle Cashew Cream
Equipment
Ingredients
- ¾ cup raw cashews
- ½ cup water + more for soaking the cashews
- 2 chipotle in adobo sauce
- 2 tablespoons vegan sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon sriracha sauce
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Soak cashews in water for 4 hours. Drain water. If you are in a hurry, you can soak the cashews for 1 hour in hot water.
- Mix all ingredients in a food processor, and mix until smooth and creamy.
Notes
Nutrition
*Note: Nutrition information should be considered an estimate only. Different nutrition calculators give you different results.
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