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A creamy chipotle sauce in a small bowl, accompanied by lime, garlic, and herbs on a light surface.

Easy Chipotle Sauce Recipe

Save money! Store-bought chipotle sauce can be pricey. Making your own is a budget-friendly way to enjoy that smoky flavor without breaking the bank. Transform leftover chicken, fish, or roasted veggies with a drizzle of smoky chipotle sauce for a restaurant-worthy dish in minutes.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Chipotle sacue
Servings: 1.5 cups
Calories: 599kcal
Author: Mandy Applegate

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • ½ cup cilantro
  • ½ lime juiced
  • 1 clove garlic
  • Salt to taste
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Instructions

  • In a food processor, add the mayo, sour cream, chipotle peppers (along with a little additional sauce), cilantro, lime juice, garlic, and a pinch of salt.
    ¼ cup mayonnaise, 1 cup sour cream, 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, ½ cup cilantro, ½ lime, 1 clove garlic, Salt to taste
  • Blitz until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
  • Taste it to see and add more lime juice or salt to suit your taste.

Notes

  • Chipotle Control: The chipotle peppers in adobo sauce are the key to smoky heat. Start with one pepper and a spoonful of the sauce, blending well. Taste and add more for a fiery kick, or keep it mild with just one.
  • Spice Subs: No chipotle peppers on hand? A teaspoon of smoked paprika or a pinch of cayenne pepper can add a smoky kick in a pinch (pun intended!).
  • Dairy-Free Delight: Can’t do dairy? Swap the sour cream for plain, unsweetened plant-based yogurt for a creamy, vegan-friendly alternative.
  • Lighten Up: For a lighter sauce, use low-fat mayonnaise and Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
  • Roasted Garlic Power: Want a deeper garlic flavor? Roast a garlic clove for 15 minutes at 400°F (200°C) before adding it to the blender.
  • Cilantro Switch-Up: Not a cilantro fan? Fresh parsley or chopped fresh chives make great substitutes.
  • Chipotle Remix: Leftover chipotle sauce can be thinned with a little water or broth to make a delicious marinade for chicken, fish, or tofu.
  • Soup Savior: Add a dollop of leftover chipotle sauce to your next bowl of tomato or lentil soup for a smoky depth of flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 599kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 58g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 18g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 106mg | Sodium: 296mg | Potassium: 258mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 1351IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 172mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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