The Don Pancho Cilantro Lime Crema is back in stock at Costco so it is time for you to elevate your taco game! This sauce is carried seasonally in the Spring and is something I always look forward to.
Taste Test
This is the exact same sauce that Costco includes in their Chicken Street Taco Kits at the deli so I did the obvious thing and put the sauce on a few homemade chicken tacos!
The sauce is a delicious and tangy condiment that adds a huge burst of flavor. It has a creamy texture with a perfect balance of fresh cilantro and zesty lime flavors. The taste is a harmonious blend of creamy, tangy, and herbaceous notes that create are just tasty as heck.
The crema sauce has a rich and velvety consistency, with a slight tanginess from the lime juice that adds a bright and refreshing element. The cilantro adds a fresh and herbaceous flavor along with a touch of earthiness. The combination of cilantro and lime creates flavor profile that is refreshing and provides a welcome contrast to rich and savory flavors.
So yeah..it rocks on chicken tacos!
Costco Cilantro Lime Crema Tacos
Ingredients
- 6 Flour Tortillas
- 1.5 cups Diced Rotisserie Chicken
- 1 tbsp Taco Seasoning
- 0.5 cup Diced Heirloom Tomatoes
- 1 cup Shredded Lettuce
- 0.5 cup Don Pancho Cilantro Lime Crema
Instructions
- Toast the tortillas in a cast iron skillet until warmed and slightly puffy.
- Mixed the cooked rotisserie chicken with the taco seasoning and one tablespoon of water. heat on High in the microwave for one minute.
- Assemble the tacos with the lettuce, chicken and tomatoes.
- Pour the cilantro lime crema over the tacos and top with shredded cheese if desired.
Other Serving Ideas for the Sauce
You can use this sauce for a lot more than just tacos. Having multiple uses is a good thing because the “Use By” date on the bottles is about six weeks after the product is stocked so it isn’t going to last and you will need to use it up.
The label suggests the using it on:
- Wraps
- Burritos
- Protein Bowls
- Nachos
- Salads
- Quesadillas
- Grilled Corn
- Tostados
- Taquitos
- Grilled Seafood
The sauce is primarily sour cream so think about using it as a sour cream substitute. In this case the sauce would also be tasty on:
- Baked Potatoes
- Used as a Chicken Wing Dip
- Drizzled over a Pepperoni Pizza
Calories and Nutrition
Two tablespoons are a single serving and have the following nutritional information:
- Calories: 40
- Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
- Sodium: 200mg
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Protein: 1g
This sauce packs a lot more flavor than the Kewpie Mayonnaise at Costco and has a lot fewer calories. Well done!
Ingredients
The primary ingredients that make up the base of the sauce are:
- Sour Cream
- Non Fat Milk
- Lite Mayonnaise
This base is then flavored with:
- Cider vinegar
- Lemon juice
- Onion
- Buttermilk
- Cilantro
- Chiles
- Cotija cheese
- Lime juice
- And a few other goodies
They really did a nice job of keeping the sauce creamy, low in calories and packed with flavor.
Price at Costco
The sauce is Item Number 1341779 and is found in the refrigerated coolers near the deli.
The sauce is sold as a two pack of 16 ounce bottles and costs $7.99.
This is a reasonably priced, delicious and seasonal item so make sure you pick it up if your store has it in stock.
