Smoky Chipotle Sauce: A Homemade Spicy Delight
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Category
Sauce
Cuisine
Mexican
Author:
Ryan Nelson
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Discover the rich, smoky depths of Mexican cuisine with our "Smoky Chipotle Sauce: A Homemade Spicy Delight". This recipe is a masterful blend of the bold heat of chipotle peppers and the robust tanginess of tomato passata, accented with a hint of apple cider vinegar and the gentle sweetness of honey or brown sugar. Its fiery character is balanced by the warmth of smoked paprika, creating a sauce that's spicy and layered with complex flavours. Whether used as a marinade to transform meats into smoky wonders, drizzled over your favourite Mexican dishes, or served as a dipping sauce to add a fiery kick to snacks, this chipotle sauce is versatile and easy to make. Perfect for those who enjoy a bit of heat in their meals, it promises to be a staple in your kitchen, adding a smoky zest to a variety of dishes.
Ingredients
- 2-3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 250 ml of tomato passata (plain, unflavoured)
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons of honey or brown sugar (optional, for balance)
- 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- A small bunch of fresh coriander, finely chopped (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Sauté the Aromatics:
Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
Add the Chipotles:
Chop the chipotle peppers and add them to the saucepan, along with a tablespoon or two of the adobo sauce, depending on your preferred spice level.
Combine the Ingredients:
Stir in the tomato passata, apple cider vinegar, and smoked paprika.
If you're using honey or brown sugar, add it now to balance the spiciness.
Simmer the Sauce:
Reduce the heat and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavours to meld together.
Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Season and Blend:
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
For a smoother texture, you can blend the sauce using a hand blender or transfer it to a stand blender. Be careful when blending hot liquids.
Garnish and Serve:
If using, sprinkle with finely chopped coriander before serving.
The sauce can be served warm or cooled to room temperature.
Recipe Note
Serving Suggestions:
As a marinade for meats like chicken or pork.Drizzled over tacos, burritos, or enchiladas.As a dipping sauce for chips or vegetable sticks.Mixed into mayonnaise or sour cream for a spicy spread.
Storage:
The sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. It can also be frozen for longer storage.
Enjoy your homemade Spicy Chipotle Sauce!
Recipe Nutrition
Assuming the recipe yields about 4 servings, here's a rough nutritional estimate per serving:
Calories: Approximately 30-50 kcal per serving - The majority of calories come from the olive oil and the tomato passata.
Carbohydrates: 4-6 grams - Primarily from the tomato passata and onions. If honey or brown sugar is added, this will increase slightly.
Fibre: 1-2 grams - Contributed by the vegetables and chipotle peppers.
Protein: Less than 1 gram - Vegetables and sauces typically have minimal protein.
Fat: 2-3 grams - Mostly from the olive oil used in cooking.
Vitamins and Minerals:
- Vitamin C: Notable amounts from the tomato passata and chipotle peppers.
- Vitamin A: Some contribution from the tomato passata.
- Potassium: Mostly from tomatoes.
Sodium: This varies based on the amount of salt added and the sodium content in the chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. It can be relatively high, so it's advisable to monitor if you're watching your sodium intake.
Sugar: Natural sugars from the tomato passata and onions, and additional if honey or brown sugar is used.
Remember, this salsa is a condiment, and the nutritional impact depends on the amount you consume. These values are estimates and can vary based on the exact ingredients used.
