Chipotle Sauce
"As read in Bon Appetit, November 2011. Saving for enchiladas."
Original is 5 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (427.7 g)
- Calories 1871.9
- Total Fat - 201.4 g
- Saturated Fat - 73.1 g
- Cholesterol - 129.3 mg
- Sodium - 102.8 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 6.3 g
- Dietary Fiber - 1.9 g
- Sugars - 2.3 g
- Protein - 8.4 g
- Calcium - 44 mg
- Iron - 1.1 mg
- Vitamin C - 13.4 mg
- Thiamin - 0.3 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Combine first 5 ingredients in sauce pan.
Step 2
Over medium heat and stirring occasionally cook until tomatoes begin to fall apart, about 20 minutes.
Step 3
Remove from heat and puree in blender until smooth set aside.
Step 4
Wipe out sauce pan and add oil heat over medium-high heat until oil begins to smoke.
Step 5
Carefully pour puree and bay leaves into hot oil, bring to boil.
Step 6
Reduce heat to a simmer and cook until thickened, stirring occasionally (10 minutes). Season with salt.
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.
- For the tomatoes, choose ripe, red ones for the best flavor.
- For the chipotle chiles, make sure they are canned in adobo sauce for the best flavor.
- Replace the canned chipotle chiles in adobo with fresh jalapenos. The benefit of this substitution is that it will give the sauce a fresher, brighter flavor. The thinking behind this is that the fresh jalapenos will provide a more intense heat and a more vibrant flavor than the canned chiles.
- Replace the vegetable oil with olive oil. This substitution will give the sauce a richer flavor and a more subtle sweetness. The thinking behind this is that olive oil has a higher smoke point than vegetable oil, making it better suited for cooking the puree in the sauce pan.
Chipotle-Mango Sauce Combine the first 5 ingredients in a saucepan and cook over medium heat until the tomatoes begin to fall apart (about 20 minutes). Remove from heat and puree in a blender until smooth. Wipe out the saucepan and add oil. Heat over medium-high heat until the oil begins to smoke. Carefully pour the puree and bay leaves into the hot oil, then add 1 mango, peeled and diced. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cook until thickened, stirring occasionally (10 minutes). Season with salt.
Chipotle-Pineapple Sauce Combine the first 5 ingredients in a saucepan and cook over medium heat until the tomatoes begin to fall apart (about 20 minutes). Remove from heat and puree in a blender until smooth. Wipe out the saucepan and add oil. Heat over medium-high heat until the oil begins to smoke. Carefully pour the puree and bay leaves into the hot oil, then add 1 cup of diced pineapple. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cook until thickened, stirring occasionally (10 minutes). Season with salt.
: Chipotle Chicken Enchiladas
: This classic Mexican dish is perfect for using this delicious chipotle sauce. The combination of the smoky, spicy sauce with the creamy cheese and chicken filling is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Enjoy!
Mexican Street Corn Salad: This light and flavorful salad is the perfect accompaniment to the Chipotle Chicken Enchiladas. It has a great mix of sweet corn, creamy Cotija cheese, and a hint of lime juice and chili powder. It's sure to be a hit at your next gathering!
FAQ
Q: How do I store Chipotle Sauce?
A: Once cooled, store the Chipotle Sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Q: How long does Chipotle Sauce last?
A: When stored properly, Chipotle Sauce can last up to one week in the refrigerator.
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Fun facts:
Fun Fact 1: Chipotle chiles are a type of smoked jalapeno, and they have been used in Mexican cuisine since the 16th century. The Aztecs are believed to have been the first to use them as a flavor enhancer.
Fun Fact 2: Chipotle sauce has become increasingly popular in recent years, and has been featured in dishes by celebrity chefs such as Gordon Ramsay, Jamie Oliver, and Bobby Flay.