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Chipotle Sauce

Smoky Chipotle Sauce

Rufus Dewanou
A creamy, smoky chipotle sauce that adds heat and confidence to simple meals. Part of our Five Sauce System and Pantry-First Method.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Recipe Type Pantry Essential
Cuisine Mexican-American
Servings 8
Calories 120 kcal

Equipment

  • Equipment
  • High-speed blender or food processor
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Rubber spatula
  • Airtight jar or squeeze bottle

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup crema mexicana
  • 1-2 chipotle peppers in adobo
  • 3-4 tablespoons adobo sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1-2 tablespoons water as needed

Instructions
 

  • Add all ingredients to a blender.
  • Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
  • Add water 1 tablespoon at a time to thin to desired consistency.
  • Taste and adjust heat, sweetness, or salt as needed.
  • Transfer to a jar and refrigerate until ready to use.

Notes

Storage: Keeps 7–10 days refrigerated in an airtight container.
Heat Control: Use 1 pepper for mild heat, 2 for bold heat.
Variations: Swap Greek yogurt for crema or add smoked paprika for extra depth.
Serving Ideas: Tacos, breakfast bowls, roasted vegetables, wraps.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 1gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 190mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.4mg
Keyword chipotle sauce, creamy chipotle sauce, five sauce system, pantry first sauces, Smoky Chipotle Sauce
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