Smoky Red Pepper Crema
This smoky red pepper crema has a delightful flavor that is perfect for jazzing up any meal. It is mild in flavor, although I did include a spicy variation, and only takes 5 minutes to make!
Servings: 10
Calories: 36kcal
Ingredients
- 1 12-ounce jar of roasted red peppers
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Roasted Peppers
- 2-3 red bell peppers
Instructions
- Drain the jar of roasted red peppers and place them in a food processor or blender. Add the sour cream, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste.
- Transfer the crema to a serving bowl and serve immediately. Alternatively, you can cover or place in an airtight container and refrigerate the crema for up to 7 days.
Roasted Red Peppers (Oven Method)
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Wash the peppers and pat them dry. Cut the peppers in half lengthwise and remove the stems, seeds, and membranes.
- Place the peppers, cut side down, on a baking sheet. Roast the peppers for about 20-30 minutes, or until the skins are blistered and charred in spots.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the peppers cool for about 10 minutes. Once the peppers are cool enough to handle, use your fingers or a paring knife to remove the charred skin from the flesh of the pepper.
Notes
This recipe can be used with any color of bell pepper or a mix of peppers.
Spicy Version: Add ½ teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the spice blend.
Spicy Version with Roasted Jalapeno Peppers: Roast the peppers following the roasted bell pepper instructions above. Add 1 to 2 peppers to the crema.
🌡️Storing Leftovers
Simply cover the container with a lid or place it in an airtight container and refrigerate it for up to 7 days. If you find that the crema has thickened up a bit after being refrigerated, don't worry – this is normal. Simply give it a stir before using it again, and it should return to its creamy consistency.Leave a review or get more information on the recipe!
