Chipotle Bruschetta
Recipe: #3416
December 09, 2011
Categories: Tomato, Appetizers, Mexican, Christmas, Cinco de Mayo Game/Sports Day, New Years, Oven Bake, more
" My original version of this recipe uses Mague's Chipotle de Huateca (Chipotle Chutney) but this is an easier version. Mague's chutney recipe will be posted here in Zazz under condiments. These Bruschetta's are very "HOT"!"
Original is 4 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (392.3 g)
- Calories 831.7
- Total Fat - 49.6 g
- Saturated Fat - 19.8 g
- Cholesterol - 208.7 mg
- Sodium - 1509.1 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 64.9 g
- Dietary Fiber - 1.5 g
- Sugars - 6.2 g
- Protein - 31.6 g
- Calcium - 547.1 mg
- Iron - 3.9 mg
- Vitamin C - 29.5 mg
- Thiamin - 1 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Paint one side of each baguette slice with olive oil, place on a cookie sheet oiled side up, bake in 300f oven until lightly browned
Step 2
Flip the slices and continue baking for 3 minutes
Step 3
Evenly distribute the chopped tomatoes on the non oiled side of the baguette slices, top with 1 teaspoon chipotle and 1 teaspoon cheese
Step 4
Bake in 350f oven for about 15 minutes or until the cheese has melted and they are nicely browned Serve warm
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- Choose a good quality olive oil for the best flavor.
- Make sure to finely chop the chipotle chilies in adobo sauce to ensure even distribution throughout the bruschetta.
- Substitute avocado for chipotle chilies in adobo sauce. This substitution will provide a milder flavor and creamy texture, while still adding a hint of smokiness.
- Substitute feta cheese for monteray jack cheese or mozzarella. This substitution will add a salty, tangy flavor that will contrast the smoky flavor of the chipotle chilies.
Vegetarian Chipotle Bruschetta Replace the cheese with 1/2 cup of cooked black beans, 1/4 cup of diced red onion, 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro, and 1/4 cup of diced bell pepper. Bake in 350f oven for about 15 minutes or until the vegetables are cooked and lightly browned. Serve warm.
Vegetarian Greek Bruschetta Replace the cheese with 1/2 cup of cooked chickpeas, 1/4 cup of diced cucumber, 1/4 cup of chopped parsley, 1/4 cup of diced red onion, and 1/4 cup of diced Kalamata olives. Bake in 350f oven for about 15 minutes or until the vegetables are cooked and lightly browned. Serve warm.
Mexican Street Corn Salad - This delicious Mexican-inspired salad is a great side dish to the spicy Chipotle Bruschetta. The creamy, cheesy corn salad is a perfect complement to the smoky heat of the bruschetta. The sweetness of the corn and the tangy lime juice balance out the spiciness of the chilies for a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Grilled Cilantro Lime Shrimp - This grilled shrimp dish is a great way to add a bit of zesty flavor to your meal. The shrimp are marinated in a mixture of lime juice, cilantro, garlic, and olive oil, giving them a bright and flavorful taste that pairs perfectly with the Mexican Street Corn Salad. The shrimp are grilled to perfection and the cilantro and lime give the dish a refreshing and light finish.
FAQ
Q: How long should I bake the Bruschetta?
A: Bake the Bruschetta in a 300F oven until lightly browned, then flip the slices and bake for 3 minutes. Top with tomatoes, chipotle and cheese and bake in a 350F oven for about 15 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and they are nicely browned.
Q: What ingredients do I need for Bruschetta?
A: You will need bread, olive oil, garlic, tomatoes, chipotle peppers, and cheese. Optional ingredients include herbs and seasonings like oregano, basil, or thyme.
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Fun facts:
Fun Fact 1: Chipotle peppers, which are used in this recipe, are a type of smoked jalapeno pepper. They were first popularized by the Aztecs and were used in many dishes in Mexican cuisine.
Fun Fact 2: This recipe is inspired by the famous Mexican chef, Rick Bayless. He is known for his unique and authentic Mexican-style dishes, which often feature chipotle peppers.