Creamy Chipotle Sauce
This creamy chipotle sauce comes together in a blender in under five minutes using chipotle peppers in adobo, sour cream, and mayo. It's a versatile condiment that works equally well on tacos, empanadas, or as a dipping sauce.
This creamy chipotle sauce comes together in a blender in under five minutes using chipotle peppers in adobo, sour cream, and mayo. It's a versatile condiment that works equally well on tacos, empanadas, or as a dipping sauce.
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In a blender, combine the chipotle peppers, sour cream, mayonnaise, and the juice of one lime.
Blend all ingredients until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Pour the finished sauce into a squeeze bottle for easy storage and application.
Drizzle over your favorite dishes, such as shrimp empanadas, and enjoy.
Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days; stir before use if any separation occurs.
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Yes. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Stir before serving if separation occurs.
Heat level depends on the number and heat of your chipotle peppers. Start with 3–4 peppers and add more to taste.
Greek yogurt, crema, or Mexican crema work well as 1:1 substitutes with slightly different flavor profiles.
Yes. Double all ingredients and blend in batches if your blender is small, or use a food processor.
Yes, assuming your mayo and sour cream brands are gluten-free—check labels to confirm.