Deliciously Creamy Chipotle Sauce to Elevate Your Meals

This creamy chipotle sauce transforms meals with smoky heat and creamy goodness, making it a versatile condiment to enhance everyday dishes.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Chilling Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Sauces

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 75

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

1 cup Sour Cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt.
1/2 cup Mayonnaise Ensure to include for best results.

For the Flavor

2-3 pieces Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce Adjust based on spice tolerance.
3 cloves Garlic Roasted or fresh based on preference.
1 tablespoon Fresh Lime Juice Fresh juice is preferred.
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can substitute.
1 teaspoon Cumin No substitutions recommended.
1/2 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.

For Consistency

1 tablespoon Olive Oil Optional for adjusting thickness.

Equipment

Blender
skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Roast 3 cloves of garlic in a skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
Chop 2-3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce for blending.
In a blender, combine 1 cup of sour cream, 1/2 cup of mayonnaise, chipotle peppers, and 2 tablespoons of adobo sauce.
Add roasted garlic, lime juice, smoked paprika, cumin, and salt. Blend for 30 to 60 seconds until smooth.
Taste and adjust flavors as needed. Add more chipotle for heat or sour cream to cool down.
Check consistency and add olive oil or water if too thick, then blend again.
Transfer to an airtight container and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 75kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Enjoy the sauce fresh or after a day in the fridge for best flavor. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.

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