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Meet the MVP of Taco Bell’s Sauce Lineup

Hola Taco Lovers!

Taco Bell’s Creamy Jalapeño Sauce is straight-up taco magic. It’s got that perfect balance—zesty, smoky, a little spicy, and super smooth. It clings to every bite, boosting flavor without overpowering.

Whether it’s drizzled on tacos or one of these options, seriously, don’t skip the sauce.

🔥 Quesadillas – It’s the MVP in Taco Bell’s chicken quesadilla for a reason. Oozy, spicy, melty perfection.
🍟 Loaded Fries – Drizzle it on fries or tots with cheese, beef, and jalapeños = instant flavor bomb.
🥪 Wraps & Sandwiches – Adds creamy kick to grilled chicken wraps, burgers, or even breakfast sammies.
🌯 Burritos & Bowls – Mix into rice bowls or wrap it up in a burrito for extra zing.
🥗 Salads – Use it as a bold dressing swap or to spice up taco salads.
🍳 Eggs – Drizzle on scrambled eggs, breakfast burritos, or huevos rancheros = game changer.

It’s basically the hot sauce’s smoother, sassier cousin.

Just scroll on down for the homemade version! 👇

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Taco Bell’s Creamy Jalapeño Sauce (Ian’s version)

Recipe By: Ian Fujimoto is the flavor mastermind behind the Not A Chef newsletter—and he’s cooking like your funniest foodie friend. No fluff, just bold bites, spicy takes, and recipes that actually slap. It’s home-cooked magic with big personality and zero ego. Because let’s be real: chefs are overrated anyway. 🌶️🔥

INGREDIENTS
1 cup Mayo
1 cup Sour Cream
¼ cup Pickled Jalapeños
3 tbsp Pickled Jalapeño Juice
1 tbsp Garlic Powder
1 tbsp Onion Powder
2 tbsp Cumin
2 tbsp Paprika
1 tbsp Chili Powder
1 tsp Sugar
Salt, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS
PILE everything into a blender and let it rip until smooth

FILL up a restaurant style sauce bottle or spoon it on your dish straight from the blender!

SEASON once again with salt to taste

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