Creamy Smoky Chipotle Sauce in 5 Minutes

This creamy, tangy, and smoky chipotle sauce comes together in just 5 minutes and can elevate any dish from salads to grilled meats.

• Prep5 min
• Total5 min
• DifficultyEasy
• Servings8

If you love a little heat and a lot of flavor, this chipotle sauce is about to become your new kitchen staple. Made with just a handful of ingredients, it blends the smoky kick of chipotle peppers with the cool creaminess of yogurt and mayonnaise.

Perfect as a dip for fries or veggies, a spread for tacos and burgers, or even a marinade for chicken or pork, this sauce is incredibly versatile. The optional touch of honey or maple syrup balances the smokiness with a hint of sweetness.

Ingredients

Metric (g, ml, °C)US (cups, oz, °F)

Servings −

8

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• 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (canned)
• 1 tbsp adobo sauce
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 cup plain Whole Milk Greek yogurt (or Full Fat sour cream)
• ½ cup cilantro (chopped)
• ¼ tsp ground cumin
• ¼ tsp ground coriander
• Kosher salt, to taste
• 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)

Converted amounts are rounded.

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Method

1. Place the chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, chopped cilantro, ground cumin, ground coriander, and a pinch of salt into a blender or food processor.
2. If using, add the honey or maple syrup.
3. Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, about 2 to 3 minutes. Stop and scrape down the sides if needed.
4. Taste and adjust the salt or sweetness to your liking.
5. Transfer the sauce to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for up to 1 week.
6. Serve as a dip, spread, or marinade for salads, tacos, grilled meats, or roasted vegetables.

💡 Tips

• For a thinner sauce, add a tablespoon of water or lime juice and blend again.
• If you prefer a milder sauce, use only 1 chipotle pepper and increase the adobo sauce to 1 1/2 tablespoons.
• This sauce also works great as a dressing for grain bowls or drizzled over roasted sweet potatoes.

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Inspired by a recipe from Sweet and Savory Meals