Homemade Smoky Chipotle Sauce
This Homemade Smoky Chipotle Sauce is a bold, creamy condiment with a kick. Made with smoky chipotle peppers, garlic, and a creamy base, it’s perfect for tacos, sandwiches, grilled meats, or dipping fries.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes (including chilling)
- Yield: About 3/4 cup 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 tablespoon adobo sauce (from the chipotle can)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional for extra smokiness)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Add chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, mayonnaise, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), lime juice, garlic, and smoked paprika to a blender or food processor.
- Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Taste and add salt to your preference.
- Transfer to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- Adjust spiciness by adding more or fewer chipotle peppers.
- Use full-fat Greek yogurt for a lighter alternative to sour cream.
- Great as a spread, dip, or drizzle over bowls and tacos.
- Keeps in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 4.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Find it online: https://tastyera.com/homemade-smoky-chipotle-sauce/