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Mexican Crema

🇲🇽 Mexico

Servings: 2 cups (32 tablespoons) Prep: 5 minutes Total: 8 hours 5 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 8 tablespoons buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)

Steps

  1. Combine the heavy cream, buttermilk, and lime juice in a clean glass jar or bowl.
  2. Stir well to fully incorporate the ingredients.
  3. Add salt if using, and mix again.
  4. Cover loosely and let the mixture sit at room temperature for about 8 hours, or until thickened.
  5. Stir once more, then cover tightly and refrigerate before serving.

Notes

Use good quality heavy cream for best results. The crema will continue to thicken as it chills.

Source: www.mexicoinmykitchen.com