Dairy
sour cream
A cultured, thick and tangy cream with a gentle sour note. It tops Mexican dishes, potatoes and soups, and adds tenderness and acidity to cakes and sauces.
Who it fits
DiabetesKetoVegetarianGluten-free
Contains: leite, lactose
General guidance based on composition — not a clinical label and not a substitute for professional care.
What it does in cooking
The sensory role of the ingredient — what it brings in flavor and texture, and what it pairs with.
Flavor
Sweetness1
Saltiness1
Acidity5
Umami1
Richness6
Texture
Creaminess8
Pairs with
batata inglesacorn tortillacebolinhasalsa roja (Mexican red salsa)baconblack beans
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