Smoky, creamy and a kick of spice! This chipotle mayo is so easy to make and only requires 4 ingredients! Whether you're topping your tacos or using it as a delicious dip, this recipe is for you!
Ingredients
- Chipotle chillies in adobo sauce
- Mayonnaise
- Salt
- Lime juice
See recipe card for quantities.
Step by step pictures:
- Step 1: To a food processor, add your chipotle chillies, mayo, lime juice and salt.
- Step 2: Blend together until smooth.
- Step 3: Transfer to a bowl.
- Step 4: Drizzle on top of your favorite Mexican dishes!
What about the chipotle chillies?
Chipotle chillies in adobo sauce can usually be found at any good Mexican Grocer. However, if you do not have a Mexican Grocer near to you, they can easily be purchased online. This recipe calls for 2 chipotle chillies and a spoonful of the adobo sauce so one 200g can is all you need. I bought my chipotle chillies in adobo sauce from Amazon. Alternatively, Chipotle paste can very easily be sourced in most countries. Use 2 tablespoons of chipotle paste in your mayo to substitute the chillies and adobo sauce.
How spicy is this chipotle mayo?
The beauty of this dip is that the spice of the chipotle chillies is dulled slightly by the cool mayo, leaving a mildly spiced mayonnaise! If you would still like your mayo to be less spicy, simply deseed and devein your chipotle chillies! It's messy but worth it! Alternatively, if you want a spicier chipotle mayo simply add more chipotle chillies and an extra spoonful of the adobo sauce.
What can I serve it with?
Chipotle mayo can be used as a delicious dip for corn chips or vegetable sticks or used to top so many Mexican recipes. Here are a few ideas:
- Homemade tortilla chips - Why not use it to dip these homemade tortilla chips in?
- Tacos - Drizzle a healthy amount on these Fish Tacos, Steak Tacos, Tacos al Pastor, Pork carnitas or even Smash burger Tacos!
- Tostadas - Why not top these Beef Tostadas or Tostadas de Tinga with this delicious chipotle mayo?
Equipment
To blend the mayo and chipotle chillies I used a food processor, alternatively you could use a blender.
Storage
Transfer to an airtight container or cover your dish tightly with plastic wrap (cling film). Store in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Top Tip
If you're after a slightly milder mayonnaise, simply deseed and devein your chillies!
FAQ
If you've used store bought mayonnaise then it will last up to 1 week in the fridge. If you've made the mayonnaise from scratch then it will last 3-4 days!
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Pairing
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Recipe
Chipotle Mayo
Smoky, creamy and a kick of spice! This chipotle mayo is so easy to make and only requires 4 ingredients!
Ingredients
- 2 chipotle chillies in adobo sauce
- ½ cup (120ml) mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 lime juiced
Instructions
- Add your chipotle chillies, mayonnaise, lime juice and salt to a food processor or blender.
- Blend until smooth.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 18Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 550mgCarbohydrates: 4gFiber: 1gSugar: 2gProtein: 1g