El Pollo Loco Creamy Cilantro Dressing Recipe
This El Pollo Loco Creamy Cilantro Dressing Recipe is fresh, smooth and full of life. I remember my first taste clearly. It was cool, creamy and bright.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ cup milk
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Instructions
Wash the Cilantro
- Rinse cilantro under cold water. Shake off excess moisture and pat dry gently.
Chop the Cilantro
- Roughly chop cilantro leaves and tender stems. This helps blending become smoother.
Prepare the Blender
- Place blender or food processor on a stable surface. Make sure it is clean and dry.
Add Cilantro
- Add chopped cilantro into the blender. Spread it evenly at the bottom.
Add Mayonnaise
- Spoon mayonnaise into the blender. This creates the creamy base of the dressing.
Add Sour Cream
- Add sour cream next. It adds gentle tang and smooth texture.
Add Garlic
- Drop in the garlic clove. This adds bold flavor without overpowering freshness.
Add Lime Juice
- Pour lime juice into the blender. This brings brightness and balance.
Add Olive Oil
- Drizzle olive oil slowly. This helps blend everything smoothly.
Add Milk
- Pour in milk to loosen the dressing. Adjust later if needed.
- Season the Dressing
- Add salt, black pepper and sugar. These balance flavor gently.
Blend Until Smooth
- Blend until smooth and creamy. Scrape sides if needed for even texture.
Taste and Adjust
- Taste the dressing. Add more lime or salt if needed.
Chill Before Serving
- Transfer to a container and refrigerate for at least thirty minutes.
Notes
- Use fresh cilantro only for best flavor.
- Add jalapeño for gentle heat.
- Use Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Add more milk for thinner dressing.
- Blend longer for ultra-smooth texture.