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Creamy Chipotle Burrito Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: Mary
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 1.1 cups
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Description

This creamy chipotle burrito sauce is a smoky, tangy, and slightly sweet condiment perfect for adding a flavorful kick to burritos, tacos, quesadillas, and bowls. Made with mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter option, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, fresh lime juice, honey, and garlic, it blends into a smooth and creamy sauce that enhances any Mexican-inspired dish.


Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for lighter version)
  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • Salt, to taste


Instructions

  1. Combine ingredients: In a blender or food processor, add the mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, fresh lime juice, honey or maple syrup, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt. This combination brings together creamy, smoky, tangy, and sweet flavors.
  2. Blend until smooth: Process the mixture until it becomes smooth and creamy, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated. Taste the sauce and adjust the salt or honey as needed to balance the flavors.
  3. Chill to meld flavors: Transfer the sauce to a jar or airtight container, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Chilling allows the flavors to marry and develop a more harmonious taste.
  4. Serve and enjoy: Use this creamy chipotle sauce as a flavorful topping or dip for burritos, tacos, quesadillas, bowls, or your favorite Mexican dishes to add an irresistible smoky kick.

Notes

  • Use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise for a lower-fat version.
  • Adjust the number of chipotle peppers according to desired spiciness.
  • Honey can be swapped with maple syrup or agave nectar for a vegan option.
  • Refrigerate leftover sauce in an airtight container for up to one week.
  • For a smoother texture, strain the sauce after blending if desired.