Jalapeño Ranch Recipe (Easy Creamy Spicy Sauce)
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Equipment
- Blender or food processor
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Knife and cutting board
- Airtight jar or container
Ingredients
- Fresh jalapeños (seeded for mild, with seeds for spicy)
- Mayonnaise
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Buttermilk (optional, for thinning)
- Garlic and onion powder
- Fresh herbs (dill, parsley, cilantro)
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Prep Jalapeños: Wash and slice jalapeños. Remove seeds for mild heat or keep them for extra spice.
- Blend Base: In a blender, combine mayo, sour cream (or yogurt), and a splash of buttermilk.
- Add Herbs & Spices: Toss in garlic, onion powder, dill, parsley, cilantro, salt, and pepper.
- Blend Smooth: Blend until creamy. Adjust consistency with more buttermilk if needed.
- Chill: Transfer to a jar and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve: Use as a dip, dressing, or drizzle over tacos, wings, or salads.
Notes
- Adjust spice level by seeding jalapeños or adding extra for more heat.
- Fresh herbs give the best flavor—avoid relying only on dried herbs.
- Store in the fridge for up to 7 days in an airtight container.
- Not freezer-friendly—texture changes when thawed.
- For a lighter version, swap sour cream for Greek yogurt.
- Try variations like avocado jalapeño ranch or cilantro jalapeño ranch for a twist.