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Chipotle Mayo

Creamy chipotle mayo recipe with a smoky kick and vibrant orange red color
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This homemade chipotle mayo is a versatile flavor powerhouse. It adds smoky depth and a gentle heat to burgers, tacos, bowls, and more, transforming simple meals with just a spoonful.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large egg yolk, at room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 cup neutral oil (like avocado or grapeseed)
  • 2-3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely minced (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 1 tablespoon adobo sauce (from the can)
  • 1 small garlic clove, finely grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1-2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk the egg yolk, lime juice, Dijon mustard, and salt until smooth and slightly thickened.
  2. While whisking constantly, add the oil drop by drop for the first 1/4 cup until the mixture thickens and looks creamy.
  3. Once emulsified, add the remaining oil in a thin, steady stream while whisking continuously.
  4. Stir in the minced chipotles, adobo sauce, grated garlic, smoked paprika, and optional sweetener until fully combined.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, lime, or adobo sauce as desired.
  6. For best flavor, refrigerate in an airtight container for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a vegan version, use 1 cup store-bought vegan mayo and whisk in the chipotle, adobo, garlic, and spices. Add oil slowly to prevent the mayo from breaking. The sauce keeps for up to 1 week in the refrigerator.

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