Chipotle Mayo is one of the most useful no-thinking-involved recipes you can have in your arsenal.
Frequently referred to as Chipotle Crema or Chipotle Aioli, this is a Secret Sauce that will have your friends and family giving yourkitchen skills all the credit for its addictive flavor.
Once you get the salt and heat levels to your liking, you'll always have the option of whipping up this delight in just a couple minutes. But you are welcome to let people continue to think there is some epic kitchen sorcery happening in this remarkably simple recipe.
Chipotle Mayo Recipe
Chipotles in adobo are the key to making this sauce worthy of being eaten on its own. Sure, maybe chipotle powder would get you there, but you'll get a superior product if you use the real thing:
If you're new to chipotles in adobo, you'll usually find them in the Latin section of your grocery store. You can also get them online quite easily.Are chipotles spicy?
I typically cut off the stems and scrape out the seeds of the chipotles.
You don't have to get rid of every last seedbecause it won't affect the flavor too much, but they harden over time so I like to get rid of most of them. We have a page on working with chipotles in adobo if you want more info on them.
Add the following ingredients to ablender or food processor:
1 cup mayonnaise
2 chipotles in adobo, stemmed and seeded
1 tablespoon adobo sauce
2 whole, peeled garlic cloves
pinch of salt (plus more to taste)
squeeze of lime
And give it a whirl:
Take a taste for seasoning, adding more salt and lime if you want. A dash of acidity from the lime really brightens it up so don't skimp on that step!
The adobo sauce is a great way to quickly add more heat if you want to amp it up even further.You can take the sauce directly from the can.
Each can usually comes with a few tablespoons of sauce so there should be plenty in there. If not, your backup is to add another chipotle for some more heat. (Note: once opened, I typically empty the chipotle can into a small tupperwarecontainer and store it in the fridge where they will keep for weeks at a time.)
You're left with a creamy chipotle sauce that works wonders on Baja Fish Tacos, Mexican Cuban Sandwiches, and even plain ol' veggies.
Yum!
You can easily make a lighter version of your Chipotle Mayo by substituting some, or all, of the mayonnaise for plain Greek yogurt.
But keep in mind that adding a little bit of fat will go a long way if you are substituting Greek yogurt for the mayo. Here are some combos to keep in mind if you want to experiment with using Greek yogurt:
3/4 plain Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 cup Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon heavy cream
1 cup Greek yogurt, 1-2 tablespoons Mexican Crema
All of those combos have a bit of fat in them and that seems to be the key when using yogurt as the base -- it really does make a huge difference.
Store your Chipotle Mayo in an airtight container in the fridge where it will keep quite well, or at least until you gobble it all up.
I hope this post has turned Chipotle Mayo into a no-thinking-involved recipe for you. Keep some in the fridge and you'll always have some Secret Sauce on standby that you can unleash on your friends and family. Just don't tell 'em how easy it is to make.
Buen Provecho.
Chipotle Mayo
This is a great recipe to keep in mind for a quick batch of Chipotle Mayo. You can always substitute Greek yogurt for the mayo.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 190kcal
Author: Mexican Please
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise (or plain Greek yogurt)
- 2 chipotles in adobo
- 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
- 2 garlic cloves
- pinch of salt
- squeeze of lime
Instructions
Start by de-stemming and de-seeding the chipotles in adobo. Add them to a blender or food processor along with 1 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon adobo sauce, 2 peeled garlic cloves, a pinch of salt, and a squeeze of lime.
Combine well and take a taste for seasoning, adding more salt and lime if you want. You can also quickly add some more heat by adding more adobo sauce.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Notes
Keep in mind that if you are substituting Greek yogurt for the mayo then you will get an upgrade in flavor if you add a small amount of fat. Heavy cream, Mexican Crema, or mayo are all good options to add to the Greek yogurt. For example, 1 cup Greek yogurt and 1 tablespoon heavy cream would be a good combo to consider.
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FAQs
Place mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and chipotles in a tall, narrow jar. Using an immersion blender, puree until chipotles are completely chopped and mayonnaise is smooth. Pour into an airtight container, cover, and store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
How do you thicken chipotle mayonnaise? ›
If your mayo won't thicken it means that your emulsion broke, but don't panic! There are ways to fix it. To do so, you can add either 1 teaspoon of mustard or an extra egg yolk to a bowl, and use a whisk to slowly beat the Chipotle Mayo into either ingredient.
What is chipotle sauce made of? ›
Chipotle sauce is made from chipotles in adobo, spices, cilantro, lime juice, sour cream, and mayonnaise. All of these ingredients are blended together for a smooth, smoky, slightly spicy sauce your family will love!
What is the difference between mayo and chipotle mayo? ›
On the other hand, this mayo uses chipotle chiles specifically to add a smoky and spicy flavor. Although they have some similarities, chipotle mayonnaise has a distinctive smoky flavor because of the chipotle peppers.
What is the main ingredient in chipotle? ›
Our namesake ingredient, the chipotle chili pepper is a dried and smoked jalapeño produced using the age-old craft of smoking them over pecan wood for several days. These intensely smoky, spicy peppers are the foundation for much of the food we serve - from our chicken, steak, and Barbacoa to our beans and vinaigrette.
What is chipotle as an ingredient? ›
It is a chili used primarily in Mexican and Mexican-inspired cuisines, such as Tex-Mex and Southwestern United States dishes. It comes in different forms, such as chipotles en adobo (stewed in adobo sauce).
What do you put chipotle mayo on? ›
Serving Chipotle Mayo
The above photo shows me serving it as a dip with Spicy Wedges (Sweet Potato Wedges also go nicely). It also works perfectly as a Condiment in a sandwich of course. Below I've served it in my Grilled Chicken Sandwich, but it'd also go delightfully in my Fried Chicken Sandwich too!
Why is my homemade mayo so runny? ›
To sum up, if mayonnaise doesn't set or is too runny, there are two main reasons: the ingredients haven't been properly dosed or cold ingredients have been used. Either way, no need to worry: it's not too late to save your sauce.
Does more oil make mayonnaise thicker? ›
Once this happens, you should start slowly adding more oil while continuously whisking. You will likely need to add quite a bit more oil and more seasonings because adding another egg yolk is essentially doubling the recipe. Although it sounds counterintuitive, adding more oil can also help thicken the mayonnaise.
How is chipotle made? ›
A Chipotle Morita is a jalapeno left on the plant to ripen until it is semi-sweet and ruby red. Then it is dried and lightly smoked. Mexican chiles often go by one name when they are fresh and another when they are dried. It takes about 10 pounds of fresh jalapenos to make one pound of chipotles.
Smoked Paprika has all the smoky flavor you crave, making it the best substitute for chipotle. Although it is a much milder spice than dried chipotle or even fresh jalapeños, mix in the desired amount of cayenne pepper to dial up the heat.
What sauce does chipotle use? ›
Chipotle's Signature Chipotle Sauce: This is a smoky and spicy sauce made from chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, blended with other spices and ingredients. It has a rich, smoky flavor with a moderate level of heat.
Is chipotle mayo same as Chipotle sauce? ›
A: Our Chipotle Mayo brings a smokey, slightly spicy, pepper forward flavor to any food you pair it with! The smokey flavor in this product comes from smoked sweet paprika, and chipotle pepper powder! Our Special sauce incorporates elements of our mayonnaise, mustard and ketchup, and also includes a custom relish.
Why doesn't Chick fil A use mayo? ›
Although the previous answers are okay…the fact is that restaurant or industrialized mayonaise does not spoil that fast…it has preservatives on it, mostly for a food safety reason. However, mayo does make a bun soggy. Chick-Fil-A's operations just does not set itself up that way.
What mayonnaise do chefs prefer? ›
It is also a part of why Kewpie has that "it factor" that chefs love. MSG brings umami, that fabulous savory fifth taste, to the mayo party in a way that no other store-bought mayonnaise can touch.
Is chipotle mayo Vegan? ›
That's why Hellmann's Vegan Chipotle Mayo is free from dairy and meat products and contains no artificial colours or flavourings. Hellmann's Vegan Chipotle Mayo has the same rich and creamy taste of our Real Mayonnaise, but is suitable for vegans and has an added delicious smoky, spicy kick.
What is the difference between chipotle mayonnaise and sauce? ›
A: Our Chipotle Mayo brings a smokey, slightly spicy, pepper forward flavor to any food you pair it with! The smokey flavor in this product comes from smoked sweet paprika, and chipotle pepper powder! Our Special sauce incorporates elements of our mayonnaise, mustard and ketchup, and also includes a custom relish.
What does chipotle mayonnaise taste like? ›
Chipotle mayo is creamy and smooth, with a little bit of heat from the chipotles and a touch of smokey flavor from the peppers themselves and additional smoked paprika. Cilantro and lime round out the flavors perfectly.
