In search of some tasty taco sauces? I’ve got you covered with this handy guide of delicious sauce recipes for Taco Night!
The BEST Sauces for Tacos
These are some of my favorite sauces to serve with tacos:
- Chipotle Salsa + Steak Tacos
Pick one of your favorites from the list below, add some baked tortilla chips, a margarita, and you’re guaranteed an amazing dinner!
Be sure to check out these 35+ Mexican Appetizers and 25+ Mexican Desserts too!
Sauces to Elevate Your Taco Night
Chipotle Crema
Add some smoke and spice to your favorite recipes with this Chipotle Crema. A Mexican-inspired sauce, this creamy mix is made with chipotles in adobo to give a boost to tacos, salads, and more!
Chipotle Crema
Avocado Hot Sauce
This Avocado Hot Sauce transforms avocados, chile peppers, and lime juice into the ultimate fresh and zesty condiment! One taste and you’ll want to drizzle it on everything, from tacos to grilled meats to bowls and more.
Avocado Hot Sauce
Grilled Pineapple Salsa
Fire up the grill for a salsa that transforms sweet pineapple with a smoky char, masterfully balancing it with spicy jalapeño and zesty lime. This incredibly versatile condiment adds a burst of tropical flavor to everything from weeknight tacos to summer barbecues in just minutes.
Grilled Pineapple Salsa
Cilantro Lime Crema
This quick and tangy Cilantro Lime Crema is ready in just 5 minutes. Better than sour cream, this Mexican condiment is flavored with fresh cilantro and lime juice to create a creamy and vibrant dressing, taco topping, or dipping sauce.
Cilantro Lime Crema
Guajillo Sauce
This vibrant Guajillo Sauce is a smoky, earthy Mexican staple with just the right kick of heat – perfect for enchiladas, tacos, or marinades. Toasted guajillo peppers blend with garlic, onion, and warm spices into a velvety sauce that you’ll crave to have as a staple in your fridge!
Guajillo Sauce
Fresh Mango Salsa
This sweet Mango Salsa has tons of flavor and flair! The bursts of acidity and brightness from the juicy fresh mangos, jalapeno, lime juice, and red onion are delicious with tortilla chips or on fish tacos.
Mango Salsa
Taquera Salsa
Skip the jar of store bought salsa and make Salsa Taquera instead! It’s a smoky and vibrant condiment that’s perfect for tacos, carnitas, grilled meats, and more. The ingredients are simple, but the flavor is extravagant!
Salsa Taquera
Baja Sauce
Creamy Baja Taco Sauce adds pizzazz to your fish tacos & more! It takes less than 5 minutes to make & is made with simple ingredients.
Fish Taco Sauce
Jalapeno Sesame Salsa Recipe
This jalapeno sesame salsa recipe is totally unique and so addictive! It's the perfect topping for Yumm bowls, hummus, scrambled eggs, pizza and more! Or just use it as a dip.
Jalapeno Sesame Salsa
Pineapple Salsa for Fish, Tacos & More
This Easy Pineapple Salsa is light and fresh with just a hint of heat. It makes an amazing dip for chips but is also amazing as a topping for grilled fish or pork tacos!
Pineapple Salsa
Easy Guacamole
This fresh and vibrant Guacamole recipe is so easy! Mix it up in minutes for a creamy dip, a delicious topping for nachos, or to serve on Taco Tuesday.
Easy Guacamole
Chipotle Hot Salsa (Copycat Recipe)
Spice up your life with this copycat Chipotle Hot Salsa! It’s a tomatillo and red chili salsa that’s easy to make at home and packed with layers of nuanced, spicy flavors. Perfect with tortilla chips, tacos, burrito bowls, and more!
Chipotle Hot Salsa
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Full Recipe
Creamy Taco Sauce
The BEST Taco Sauces to elevate dinner. One of my favorite recipes is this Chipotle Crema!
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Serves 6 people
Equipment
Ingredients
- ¾ cup sour cream (regular or fat-free)
- 2 Tablespoons mayonnaise (regular or fat-free)
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 3 Tablespoons adobo sauce
- 1 lime (zested and juiced)
- 1 clove garlic (peeled)
- ¼ teaspoon cumin (optional)
- Salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Place all of the ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Season with salt, to taste.
- Transfer to a jar or squeeze bottle and serve immediately, or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 89kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 53mg | Potassium: 48mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 185IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1mg
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