Mexicali Dressing Recipe

Transport your taste buds to the Little River Café in Ft. Payne, Alabama! This Mexicali Dressing recipe, originally from Gay Martin's "Historic Restaurants of Alabama," and shared with me by my sister Ashley, is a zesty and vibrant dressing perfect for salads or as a dipping sauce. Experience a taste of Southern charm with this easy-to-make recipe – ready in just minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 430.4 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mexicali Dressing

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How to Make Mexicali Dressing

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, olive oil, white vinegar, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
  2. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  3. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more cayenne pepper for extra heat, or more lime juice for extra tang.
  4. Serve immediately as a dipping sauce for tortilla chips, vegetables, or as a vibrant salad dressing. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

80 g

Sugar

131g

Fat

19g

Carbs

16g