Vegan Spicy Cashew Crema
Description
This vegan cashew crema sauce made with soaked cashew nuts has a wonderfully spicy and tangy taste that goes well with any Mexican dish!
Ingredients
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1 cup raw cashews
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1 cup filtered water, or as needed
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1/2 cup water
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2 tablespoons lime juice
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1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
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1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
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1/4 teaspoon ground red chile pepper
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1/4 teaspoon ground paprika
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1/4 cup water
Directions
1
Place cashews in a bowl and pour filtered water over top until completely covered. Soak for at least 2 hours or overnight.
2
Drain and rinse cashews, then place into a food processor bowl. Add 1/2 cup water, lime juice, vinegar, garlic salt, ground chile pepper, and paprika. Blend for 1 minute. Add remaining 1/4 cup water if necessary for desired consistency; blend until smooth, 3 to 4 minutes. Taste and adjust for flavor.