Chipotle Hot Sauce Recipe
Chipotle hot sauce is a smoky, spicy condiment made from dried chipotle peppers, vinegar, garlic, and other seasonings. To make it, blend soaked chipotle peppers with vinegar, garlic, and spices for a smooth, flavorful sauce. This versatile hot sauce adds depth and heat to tacos, grilled meats, and various dishes.
Equipment
- Blender or food processor
- Measuring spoons and cups
- Small spatula
- Knife and cutting board (if using fresh cilantro)
Ingredients
- 3 –4 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce canned
- 2 tbsp adobo sauce from the chipotle can
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream or Mexican crema
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice about ½ lime
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro optional, chopped
- Salt to taste around ¼ tsp, adjust as needed
- 1 –2 tbsp water to adjust consistency
Instructions
- Combine the chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, and cilantro in a blender or food processor.
- Blend until smooth and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water to loosen it up.
- Taste and adjust with more lime juice or salt if needed. Pour into a container or jar. Use right away or store in the fridge for up to a week.
Notes
If you’re sensitive to heat, consider adjusting the number of chipotle peppers you use. Chipotles have a nice smokiness with medium heat, but you can control how fiery the sauce gets.
For a milder version, start with fewer peppers and add a touch of honey or more sugar to balance out the spice.
On the other hand, if you’re a heat-seeker like me, feel free to experiment with adding a dash of hot sauce or cayenne pepper to increase the heat!