Description
This smoky and spicy Chipotle Dipping Sauce is a creamy blend of mayonnaise, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, and fresh lime juice. Perfect as a dipping sauce for fries, tots, and onion rings or as a flavorful topping for tacos, burritos, nachos, and quesadillas, it adds a zesty kick to any dish.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 (7 oz.) can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (such as Goya brand)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (juice of one lime)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Gather all ingredients including mayonnaise, chipotle peppers with the adobo sauce, and freshly squeezed lime juice.
- Blend the sauce: In a blender or food processor, combine the mayonnaise, chipotle peppers with sauce, and lime juice. Puree until completely smooth, about 30 seconds, ensuring the peppers are evenly mixed into the sauce.
- Serve the sauce: Enjoy immediately as a dipping sauce for potatoes, fries, tater tots, or onion rings. It also works wonderfully as a spicy topping for tacos, burritos, nachos, and quesadillas.
- Store leftovers: Transfer any leftover sauce into an airtight container or jar and refrigerate. The sauce will keep fresh for 7-10 days when properly stored.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of chipotle peppers according to your preferred spice level.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor; bottled lime juice can alter the taste.
- Refrigerate in an airtight container to maintain freshness and flavor.
- This sauce pairs well with a variety of fried foods and Mexican-inspired dishes.
