Chipotle Sauce

Chipotle Sauce

A smoky, tangy blend that adds a spicy kick to tacos, bowls, and sandwiches.

Total 10 min Makes 16 oz Calories 95/serving

Dietary

Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Wheat free, Dairy free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher

Allergens

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This creamy chipotle sauce balances smoky heat with tangy brightness from lime and a touch of sweetness. It comes together in minutes with a blender, making it a versatile topper for tacos, grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or as a dip for fries. Adjust the chipotle-to-mayo ratio to control the heat level.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
  • 3 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons water, as needed to thin

Method

  1. Combine the mayonnaise, chopped chipotle peppers with adobo sauce, lime juice, minced garlic, honey, cumin, and salt in a blender or food processor.

  2. Blend until smooth, about 30 seconds, scraping down the sides as needed.

  3. Add water, one tablespoon at a time, and blend briefly until the sauce reaches a pourable but creamy consistency.

  4. Taste and adjust with additional salt, lime juice, or chipotle for more heat.

  5. Transfer to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate at least 20 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.

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Chipotle Sauce

This creamy chipotle sauce balances smoky heat with tangy brightness from lime and a touch of sweetness. It comes together in minutes with a blender, making it a versatile topper for tacos, grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or as a dip for fries. Adjust the chipotle-to-mayo ratio to control the heat level.

10 min 16 oz 95 cal

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
  • 3 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons water, as needed to thin

Method

  1. 1

    Combine the mayonnaise, chopped chipotle peppers with adobo sauce, lime juice, minced garlic, honey, cumin, and salt in a blender or food processor.

  2. 2

    Blend until smooth, about 30 seconds, scraping down the sides as needed.

  3. 3

    Add water, one tablespoon at a time, and blend briefly until the sauce reaches a pourable but creamy consistency.

  4. 4

    Taste and adjust with additional salt, lime juice, or chipotle for more heat.

  5. 5

    Transfer to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate at least 20 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.