Creamy and Spicy Vegan Cashew Crema

This vegan spicy cashew crema is a versatile and tasty sauce that adds a creamy and spicy kick to any dish. Made with cashews, lime juice, jalapenos, and spices, this crema is perfect for drizzling over tacos, nachos, or roasted vegetables. It's also a great dip for chips or veggie sticks. With a preparation time of just 10 minutes, you can have this delicious sauce ready in no time. Give your meals a burst of flavor with this vegan spicy cashew crema!

Ingredients

• 1 cup raw cashews
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt to taste

Directions

1. Soak the cashews in hot water for 30 minutes. Drain and rinse.
2. In a blender, combine the soaked cashews, lime juice, chopped jalapeno, water, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and salt.
3. Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
4. Taste and adjust the seasonings if needed.
5. Transfer the cashew crema to a jar or container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. Serve the vegan spicy cashew crema as a sauce for tacos, nachos, roasted vegetables, or as a dip for chips and veggie sticks.

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