Chipotle Mayo is just about the tastiest dipping sauce, and it works with just about everything!
It's one of those versatile condiments you can easily adjust to your personal preferences.
With just a few ingredients like chipotle in adobo sauce, mayonnaise, a dash of lime juice, and smoked paprika, you have a delicious dip. Best of all, it takes less than 5 minutes to make!
Ingredients
Please check the recipe card below for a detailed, printable ingredient list.
Mayonnaise - I like full-fat, creamy mayonnaise for this recipe and typically buy the Trader Joe’s brand. But I’ve also used this regular mayo with great success. And, of course, you can use homemade mayonnaise as well.
Chipotle in Adobo Sauce – You’ll find a in the international or Mexican food aisle at your grocery store. Or you can get it here. And remember, a small amount of chipotle chilis goes a long way. While I like Chipotle Powder for other recipes, I don't recommend it for this one.
SEASONING – Limes, honey, smoked sweet paprika, and salt (optional). I don't do this in my recipe, but if you want, you can add a dash of chili powder for even more flavor depth and spice.
TIP: Do you want to make this recipe vegan-friendly? Look for Vegan Mayonnaise.
You can add more chipotle chiles if you'd like to add a bit of extra spice. But be careful, because it can get too spicy. So just add a little bit and taste test.
Additions and Substitutions
Greek Yogurt - If you like the idea of a lighter version of this recipe, you can try and substitute the mayonnaise with Greek Yogurt.
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Chipotle Chicken Wrap - This lunch-perfect wrap has chicken, tomato, and avocado with some spice from the chipotle mayonnaise!
How To Make This Easy Chipotle Mayo Recipe
- Combine the mayonnaise, chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, sweet smoked paprika, garlic, and lime juice in a food processor.
- Blend until smooth.
What is Chipotle?
Chipotles are smoked jalapeno pepper. The jalapenos are first dried and then smoked. Later they are added to an adobo sauce. And you can think of adobo sauce as the barbecue sauce of Mexican cuisine.
The flavor is a bit spicier and has a hint of sweetness and a bit of a tang.
Combining all these wonderful spices makes this amazing chipotle mayonnaise taste so good (and addicting). It has a little heat, but it's not an overwhelmingly spicy sauce.
MUST TRY: Chipotle mayo and crispy sweet potato fries!
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What To Serve With Chipotle Mayo
Chipotle aioli is a great sauce for many dishes, but here are some ideas I know many people love.
When I was working in a restaurant, we would serve it with French Fries, Sweet Potatoes Fries, Tuna cakes, Crab Cakes, Burgers, and even as a side for burrito bowls or Baja Fish Tacos. Side dish or main dish, the sky is the limit for this dip.
How Long Does Chipotle Mayo Last?
You can store Chipotle Mayo in an airtight container in the fridge for 5 to 7 days.
Because this recipe includes fresh garlic, I wouldn’t recommend keeping it any longer. If you’re uncertain, give it the smell test.
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Chipotle Mayo
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 whole chipotle in adobe sauce
- 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon smoked sweet paprika
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor and pulse for 30-45 seconds until well combined.
- Season with salt (optional).