This rich chipotle sauce is assertive and zesty! It’s the type of sauce that elevates your dish to new heights and unites elements like tacos and burrito bowls. It also works perfectly as an enticing dipping sauce. It provides a thicker drizzle compared to chipotle mayonnaise and has a superior flavor, as well.
To prepare this chipotle sauce recipe, you’ll need a handful of essential ingredients. Begin with a foundation of sour cream (Greek yogurt is an alternative if you wish), chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (details below), a spoonful of mayonnaise for a smooth consistency, dried garlic granules for added flavor, and salt and pepper.
Chipotle sauce should ideally have a certain level of spice, but you have the power to adjust the heat when you create it yourself. I’ve detailed the recipe below with varying amounts of chipotle peppers. Start with the least, then sample, and incorporate more if desired.
Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce
What are they? Chipotles are mature red jalapeños that have been smoked and dehydrated. Adobo sauce is a mixture of vinegar and tomato paste that rehydrates the peppers. Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce are a convenient ingredient that adds a unique smoky heat to salsa, chili, tofu sofritas, and stuffed poblano peppers.
Where to find them: Search for them in the international section of well-stocked grocery stores alongside other Mexican products, or visit a Mexican grocery store.
How to store leftovers: If they are canned, move the contents to a glass jar with a lid, and they will stay fresh in the refrigerator for several weeks. For long-term storage (up to 6 months), place them in a small freezer bag, flatten it, and take out what you need.
How to Make Chipotle Sauce
You can create chipotle sauce in a food processor (as demonstrated here), with an immersion blender (for less cleanup), or manually.
To prepare it by hand, use solely adobo sauce to skip chopping. If you don’t mind a bit of texture, finely chop the peppers before whisking everything together.
Serving Suggestions for Chipotle Sauce
Here are just a few methods that I have relished chipotle sauce:
Please share how your sauce turns out in the comments! I’m eager to hear how you utilize this one.
Chipotle Sauce
This indulgent chipotle sauce is fiery, bold, and delightful! It’s simple to make and delivers a kick. Use it on tacos and much more. This recipe yields ¾ cup and can easily be doubled.
Instructions:
1. Mix all of the ingredients in a food processor or a bowl (if you’re blending it with an immersion blender or by hand). Blend or whisk thoroughly.
2. Taste, and if you desire a spicier sauce, incorporate additional chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, one tablespoon at a time. Use as needed. Leftover chipotle sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.
Notes:
*Ingredient note: If you purchase a can of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, you can utilize the adobo sauce here or a mix of the peppers and adobo sauce if you run low on the sauce. Alternatively, use Tobasco chipotle hot sauce instead.
Make it dairy-free/vegan: Substitute the sour cream with vegan sour cream. You might find the texture satisfactory without mayonnaise, or you can opt for vegan mayonnaise if you prefer a silkier consistency.
Nutrition: The information presented is an estimate from an online nutrition calculator. It should not replace the advice of a professional nutritionist. See our complete nutrition disclosure here.