Sour Cream or Mexican Crema

Sour Cream or Mexican Crema is a cooking liquid or sauce that can change flavor, body, or acidity quickly. Add it gradually, then simmer, reduce, or finish gently to match the dish.

Identity

Cooking liquid

Add gradually and taste as you go.

Liquids can change seasoning, acidity, aroma, and body quickly. Add them in stages when balance matters, then simmer, reduce, or finish gently to match the dish.

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Reference image

Sour Cream or Mexican Crema reference image.

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Used In Recipes

Elotes (Grilled Mexican Street Corn)

ElotesGrilled Mexican Street CornMedium

1/4 cup (60ml) sour cream or Mexican crema