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Chipotle Aioli

Name: Chipotle Aioli
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4 servings (0.25 cup each)
Cuisine: southwest
Ingredients: 1 cup mayonnaise (good quality, full-fat recommended); 2 pcs chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (finely minced, plus 1 tbsp of the adobo sauce); 2 pcs garlic (cloves, minced); 1 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed); 0.5 tsp smoked paprika; 1 pinch cumin powder; 1 pinch salt

RATING

4.6/5(158)

TASTE SCORE

9/10

A creamy, smoky, and spicy aioli with a kick from chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. Perfect for dipping fries, spreading on burgers, or drizzling over tacos. Ready in just 5 minutes!

PREP

COOK

SERVES

0.25 CUP

386 cal

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

For 4 servings

1 cupmayonnaise · good quality, full-fat recommended2 pcschipotle peppers in adobo sauce · finely minced, plus 1 tbsp of the adobo sauce2 pcsgarlic · cloves, minced1 tbsplime juice · freshly squeezed½ tspsmoked paprika1 pinchcumin powder1 pinchsalt

NUTRITION · PER SERVING

386

CALORIES · 0.25 CUP

Protein1g · 1%

Carbs3g · 3%

Fat41g · 96%

Fiber0g

Sodium476mg

Potassium53mg

Phosphorus22mg

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INSTRUCTIONS

3 steps.

3 STEPS

1
Step 1
- a.Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl: mayonnaise, minced chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, minced garlic, fresh lime juice, smoked paprika, cumin powder, and salt.
2
Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and fully incorporated
- a.Taste and add more salt or lime juice if needed.
3
Step 3
- a.For the best flavor, cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.

PRO TIPS

What to keep in mind.

6 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.

1
For an extra smooth texture, blend all the ingredients in a small food processor or with an immersion blender.
2
The spice level is adjustable. Use 1 pepper for a milder sauce or 3 for a spicier kick.
3
This aioli tastes even better the next day. Feel free to make it ahead of time.
4
Store any leftover aioli in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
5
Use a high-quality, full-fat mayonnaise for the creamiest and richest flavor.
6
A pinch of sugar or a tiny drizzle of maple syrup can balance the heat and smokiness if desired.

RECIPE VARIATIONS

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Chipotle Aioli

For 4 servings

3 steps.

Step 1

Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and fully incorporated

Step 3

What to keep in mind.

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