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Smoky Chipotle Sauce

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 30 min
Total: 40 min
Servings: 16
Difficulty: Easy
Calories: 7/serving
vegetarian gluten-free dairy-free low-carb keto low-sodium
Contains: eggs
Smoky Chipotle Sauce

Instructions

  1. 1

    Finely mince the garlic cloves and set aside.

  2. 2

    Remove 3-4 chipotle peppers from the can and finely chop them. Reserve the adobo sauce.

  3. 3

    In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, chopped chipotle peppers, and adobo sauce.

  4. 4

    Add the minced garlic, lime juice, honey, smoked paprika, and ground cumin to the bowl.

  5. 5

    Whisk all ingredients together until smooth and well combined.

  6. 6

    Taste and adjust seasoning with salt as needed. For more heat, add additional adobo sauce.

  7. 7

    Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

  8. 8

    Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Chef's Note

"This versatile smoky chipotle sauce transforms everything from tacos to grilled meats with its perfect balance of heat, smokiness, and tangy sweetness. Make a double batch - you'll want to drizzle it on everything!"

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