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Best Chipotle Sauce for Tacos, Fajitas & More!
4.9 from 204 votes

Best Chipotle Sauce for Tacos, Fajitas & More!

This chipotle sauce blends mayonnaise, sour cream, and smoky chipotle peppers in adobo for a smooth, creamy condiment with a mild smoky heat. Lime juice and garlic add brightness and depth. The sauce complements tacos, fajitas, grilled meats or vegetables, offering a cooling balance to spicy dishes. It is easy to prepare in a food processor and stores well refrigerated for about a week.

Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 86 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

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

Instructions

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  1. In a food processor, add the mayo, sour cream, chipotle peppers (plus a little additional sauce), lime juice, garlic and a pinch of salt.
  2. Process until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
  3. Taste test to see if you need to add any more lime juice or salt.

Notes

  • The recipe yields approximately 1 1/2 cups of sauce, suitable for multiple servings or leftovers.
  • Store the chipotle sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • Adjust salt and lime juice after blending for preferred seasoning and brightness.

Nutrition Information

Calories 86kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 14mg (5%) Sodium 92mg (4%) Potassium 32mg (1%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 293IU (6%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 26mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 86

% Daily Value*

Calories 86kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 14mg 5%
Sodium 92mg 4%
Potassium 32mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 293IU 6%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 26mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.