Chipotle Mayo Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Servings
16 tablespoons
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Calories
101 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Condiments
Chipotle Mayo Recipe
Description
The Chipotle Mayo Recipe combines classic mayonnaise with sour cream or Mexican crema and smoky chipotle peppers from adobo sauce to create a flavorful, creamy condiment. The chipotle peppers provide a smoky heat balanced by the cool creaminess of the mayo and sour cream base. Lime juice adds brightness and a touch of acidity, while paprika and cumin contribute earthy, warm notes.
Preparation involves blending all ingredients until smooth and tasting to adjust seasoning. The resulting sauce offers a rich and spicy flavor suitable for enhancing sandwiches, tacos, grilled meats, or as a dip. The recipe allows for customization with additions such as fresh garlic, garlic powder, chili powder, or fresh cilantro to tailor the flavor to preference.
This chipotle mayo is a versatile sauce with moderate heat and smoky complexity. It can be stored refrigerated and used in various culinary applications, adding depth without overpowering other ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons sour cream or more to taste, or Mexican crema
- 2-3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce or more to taste
- lime or to taste, juice from 1/2 small lime
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients to a food processor or blender.
- Process until smooth.
- Taste and adjust to your personal preferences. Serve and enjoy.
Notes
- This recipe yields approximately one cup of chipotle mayo, suitable for multiple servings.
- Garlic, either fresh minced, powder, or in larger amounts, can be added to customize flavor.
- Additions like chili powder or fresh cilantro can tailor the sauce to personal taste preferences.
- Use chipotle mayo as a condiment on Mexican and Tex-Mex dishes or on sandwiches as a flavorful alternative to plain mayonnaise.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16tablespoons
Amount Per Serving
Calories 101 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 101kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 0.3g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.2g | 0% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6g | 35% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 121mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 12mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 87IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 5mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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