Mayonnaise is a controversial hero. But hear me out. Mix 1/2 cup mayo with 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Add a pinch of salt.
You get a creamy, tangy, rich sauce. It’s perfect for dips or tacos. Your mayo-hating friends? Don’t tell them. They’ll never notice.
Funny trivia: Mayo is just oil, egg, and acid. Sour cream is cream and acid. They’re surprisingly similar. The universe works in mysterious, fatty ways.
The Emergency Fix: Milk + Vinegar
This is the last resort. And it’s hilarious. Pour 1 tablespoon of white vinegar into 1 cup of milk. Stir. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
It will curdle and thicken. Smell it. It’s basically sour milk. But in baking, it works wonders. Your pancakes will be fluffy. Your biscuits will be tall.
Warning: Do not eat this raw. Use it only in cooked or baked recipes. Trust me. Your taste buds will thank you later.