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Macayos Baja Sauce Recipe
Sophia smith

Macayos Baja Sauce Recipe

If you’ve ever dined at Macayo’s Mexican restaurant, you know their famous Baja Sauce is the star of the show. This creamy, smoky, and zesty sauce is perfect for tacos, burritos, enchiladas, or even as a dipping sauce for chips. With just a few simple ingredients, you can recreate this copycat recipe at home in minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Condiment, sauce
Cuisine: Mexican-American
Calories: 95
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Ingredients
  

Baja Sauce Ingredients

  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 cloves garlic (peeled)
  • ¼ cup fresh lime juice
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1 teaspoon taco seasoning
  • 1–2 tablespoons canned chipotle peppers (minced, with adobo sauce)
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt (or to taste)

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Required Kitchen Tools

Making this Macayo’s Baja Sauce recipe is super easy, but having the right tools will save time and effort:
  1. Blender or Food Processor – Essential for blending the sauce to a creamy consistency.
  2. Measuring Cups & Spoons – To get the balance of tangy, smoky, and creamy just right.
  3. Citrus Juicer – Fresh lime juice is key, and a juicer makes it simple.
  4. Mixing Bowl & Spatula – For chilling and serving your finished sauce.
  5. Airtight Container or Mason Jar – Keeps the sauce fresh in the fridge for up to 5 days.