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Chipotle Paste
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Homemade chipotle paste has a variety of uses. Add it to ground beef and form into burgers. Add it to your pasta or pizza sauce. Add it to mayonnaise for a zesty dipping sauce for French fries. You name it!
serves/makes:
ready in:
under 30 minutes
under 30 minutes
3 reviews
ingredients
1 can (7 ounce size) chipotle chiles en adobo
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 cloves garlic, peeled and coarsely chopped
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
directions
Place the chipotle chiles with sauce, oil, garlic, coriander, thyme, and black pepper in a food processor. Pulse-process until the mixture is combined but not pureed or smooth.
Use immediately or transfer to a covered container and refrigerate for up to 3 weeks.
Use ideas: brush on meats before or during grilling; stir into stock or broth for soups and stews; add to tomato sauce; mix with sour cream for a dip; add a dollop to a baked potato or cooked veggies.
recipe tips
Try different herbs and spices like cumin, paprika, or oregano to vary the flavor of the chipotle paste.
Use chipotle paste as a rub for meats or vegetables before grilling for added flavor and heat.
Adjust the consistency by adding a little more oil or some water if the paste is too thick.
Make a larger batch and freeze in smaller portions for convenience.
Blend the chipotle paste less for a chunkier texture or more for a smoother texture.
common recipe questions
How spicy is chipotle paste?
Chipotle paste is moderately spicy, but you can adjust the heat level by removing any visible seeds or membranes, using less of the adobo sauce, or by substituting some milder roasted chiles (such as roasted red bell peppers) in for part of the chipotle chiles called for.
Can I freeze chipotle paste?
Yes, chipotle paste can be frozen in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before using.
What other dishes can I use chipotle paste in?
Chipotle paste can be used in marinades, salad dressings, sandwich spreads, and even mixed into guacamole for a smoky kick.
Can I adjust the spices in the chipotle paste?
You can adjust the spices in the chipotle paste to taste. Add more coriander, thyme, or black pepper as desired.
tools needed
Food Processor: For combining the chipotle chiles, oil, garlic, coriander, thyme, and black pepper to create the paste.
Measuring Spoons: For measuring out the ground coriander, dried thyme, and black pepper.
Container with Lid: For storing the chipotle paste in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
what goes with it?
Burgers: mix chipotle paste into ground beef for burgers with a kick. It'll add a smoky heat.
Pasta: stir chipotle paste into your pasta sauce for a spicy twist. It also is delicious mixed into macaroni and cheese.
Pizza: spread chipotle paste on your pizza dough before adding toppings for a spicy zing.
Mayonnaise: mix chipotle paste into mayo for a zesty dipping sauce for fries or deep-fried shrimp.
nutrition data
9 calories, 1 grams fat, 0 grams carbohydrates, 0 grams protein per tablespoon. This recipe is low in sodium. This recipe is low in carbs.
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reviews & comments
December 4, 2018
Love this with honey used as a glaze on chicken.
December 4, 2018
I tried this and loved. Now use all the time buy making up batch and then freezing in small ice cube tray in 1 T. amt. So easy now to season dishes.
February 13, 2015
Thanx for the recipe. It's quick; easy and delicious