Chipotles En Adobo Chipotles Chili in Adobo Sauce

Smoky, spicy, and irresistibly tangy, this homemade Chipotles En Adobo Chipotles Chili in Adobo Sauce recipe is a game-changer for spice lovers and anyone seeking authentic Mexican flavors. Featuring dried chipotle chilies rehydrated to perfection, fire-roasted tomatoes, and a fragrant blend of cumin, oregano, and garlic, this recipe delivers a bold, robust sauce with just the right balance of heat and sweetness, thanks to apple cider vinegar and light brown sugar. Ideal as a marinade, condiment, or flavor enhancer for soups and stews, this versatile pantry staple is easy to make, stores beautifully, and infuses your dishes with the unmistakable depth of smoky, slow-cooked goodness. Make a batch today and elevate your culinary repertoire! Keywords: chipotles in adobo sauce, homemade adobo sauce recipe, Mexican cooking, chipotle chili recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Dried chipotle chilies
• 2 large (about 1 lb total) Tomatoes
• 1 small (chopped) Onion
• 3 cloves (minced) Garlic cloves
• 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1.5 cups Water

Directions

Step 1

Begin by rehydrating the dried chipotle chilies. Place them in a bowl, cover with hot water, and let them soak for 20 minutes until softened. Remove stems and seeds if you prefer less heat.

Step 2

Meanwhile, roast the tomatoes. Place them on a hot, dry skillet or grill pan, turning occasionally, until the skin is charred and blistered. Once charred, let them cool slightly, then peel off the skins and set aside.

Step 3

Heat vegetable oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in minced garlic, ground cumin, and dried oregano. Cook for 1 minute to release the aromatics.

Step 5

Add the roasted tomatoes to the pan and break them up using a wooden spoon or potato masher. Cook for 5 minutes to deepen the flavor.

Step 6

Transfer the cooked tomato mixture to a blender. Add the soaked chipotle chilies, apple cider vinegar, light brown sugar, and 1/2 cup of water. Blend until smooth.

Step 7

Return the blended adobo sauce to the saucepan. Stir in the remaining water (1 cup), and season with salt to taste.

Step 8

Simmer the mixture over low heat for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly.

Step 9

Allow the Chipotles En Adobo to cool before storing. Transfer to an airtight container or jar and refrigerate for up to 3 weeks or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1627.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	923.3

Total Fat 40.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2534.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 136.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.9g	0%
Total Sugars 62.8g
Protein 24.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 332.3mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 4733.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.9%

Protein: 9.7%

Carbs: 54.4%