How To Make Chipotle Mayo
on May 15, 2024, Updated Aug 09, 2024
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Learn how to make chipotle mayo so you can add a smoky, spicy kick to all your favorite recipes. Use this creamy homemade sauce for fries, burgers, steak or fish tacos, veggies, and more. If you want to try another delicious sauce, check out our Horseradish Cream Sauce next.
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What is Chipotle Mayo?
Chipotle mayonnaise is a spicy condiment made with mayo, chipotle peppers, and smoked paprika. It’s a versatile sauce that works as a dipping sauce or spread. It has a distinct smoky, tangy flavor that adds depth to whatever you serve it with.
What ingredients do you need for this easy Chipotle Mayo recipe?
Egg yolks: The yolks act as an emulsifier and gives the homemade mayo its creamy texture. Use room temperature egg yolks for a smooth consistency.
Lemon juice: Freshly squeezed lemon juice adds a tangy pop of bright, citrus flavor. It balances the richness of the yolks and oil.
Kosher salt: This enhances the overall taste.
White distilled vinegar: Use this for acidity. It complements the lemon juice while also extending the shelf life of your chipotle mayo.
Avocado oil: This oil has a neutral taste that doesn’t overpower the other flavors in this recipe.
Chipotle in adobo: This ingredient is the main source of flavor. It gives the mayo a deep, smoky heat.
Smoked paprika: This enhances the smoky flavor and complements the chipotle.
How to Make Homemade Chipotle Mayo
Add Ingredients to Jar: In a mason jar or narrow deep cup (even a food processor will work!), add in your egg yolk, lemon juice, salt, vinegar, and avocado oil.
Emulsify: Take an immersion blender and put the blade on the bottom of the cup. Start on low speed and keep the blade towards the bottom of the jar. Allow it to get emulsified and once you see the oils mixing with the yolk, pulse and pull up, slowly.
Your mayo should form this way. If it’s too watery, make sure you keep blending.
Add Sauce & Spices: Add in your chipotle in adobo (about 1 chipotle and a little bit of adobo sauce) and paprika, and continue pulsing until combined.
Store: Cover tightly and transfer to the fridge until ready to serve. Save in the fridge for up to a week.
How to Use
This chipotle mayo sauce goes with everything! Below are some suggestions.
- Potatoes: Salty, tangy Pickle-Brined French Fries pair perfectly with this spicy sauce. We also love them with these Parmesan Sweet Potato Fries, Paprika Roasted Baby Potatoes, and Crispy Fried Potatoes.
- Veggies: Give your vegetables some extra flavor by adding a dipping sauce. Try serving the sauce with Steamed Artichokes with Lemon Herb Breadcrumbs. It’s great for dipping fresh veggies like celery, carrots, and cauliflower.
- Burgers: Slather these on a juicy burger!
- Sandwiches: Upgrade your next sandwich by swapping regular mayo for this one.
- Chips: Use this as a dipping sauce for your next snacking session or gathering.
Tips, Tricks and Substitutions
Chipotle peppers have a moderate heat that measures between 2,500 and 8,000 SHU on the Scoville Heat Index. This recipe only uses 1 tablespoon because you only need a little to add some heat. Feel free to add a more or less, depending on how spicy you want your mayo to be.
Chipotle mayo is made with mayonnaise (egg yolks, lemon juice, vinegar, and salt),
chipotle in adobo, and smoked paprika. Some recipe variations may include fresh lime juice instead of lemon. They may also include other spices like chili powder, chipotle powder, or cumin. Feel free to taste test and make adjustments based on your personal tastes.
Chipotle is a type of spicy mayo. It has a rich smoky flavor due to the chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. Whereas traditional spicy mayo has a more straightforward heat because it’s made with sriracha or another hot sauce.
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How To Make Chipotle Mayo
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 large egg yolks, at room temperature
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- Kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon white distilled vinegar
- 1 cup avocado oil
- 1 tablespoon chipotle in adobo
- Pinch smoked paprika
Instructions
- In a mason jar or narrow deep cup, add in your egg yolk, lemon juice, salt, vinegar, and avocado oil.
- Take an immersion blender and put the blade on the bottom of the cup. Start on low speed and keep the blade towards the bottom of the jar. Allow it to get emulsified and once you see the oils mixing with the yolk, pulse and pull up, slowly.
- Your mayo should form this way. If it’s too watery, make sure you keep blending.
- Add in your chipotle in adobo (about 1 chipotle and a little bit of adobo sauce) and paprika, and continue pulsing until combined. Cover tightly and transfer to the fridge until ready to serve. Save in the fridge for up to a week.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
This smoky mayo is perfect for fries 🙂 I hope you enjoy!