Dairy Free Chipotle Sauce Recipe

This creamy spicy Dairy Free Chipotle Sauce Recipe is made with vegan mayonnaise, chipotle peppers, and lime juice and ready in 5 minutes. The rich adobo heat blends smoothly into bright citrus notes as everything spins together in the blender. I always keep a batch in my fridge for drizzling over tacos.

Better Than Takeaway

I used to skip making homemade spicy sauces because getting the right creamy texture without sour cream seemed impossible. Most plant-based alternatives I tried ended up splitting or tasting too heavily of coconut.

The surprise was discovering that a simple high-quality vegan mayonnaise acts exactly like traditional dairy bases when blended. It holds the smoky pepper oils perfectly without separating.

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Dairy Free Chipotle Sauce Recipe Ingredients

• 1 cup vegan mayonnaise
• 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
• 1 medium clove garlic, peeled
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

How To Make Dairy Free Chipotle Sauce Recipe

1. 1. Prep the ingredients: Measure the vegan mayonnaise, chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, garlic clove, lime juice, and salt into a food processor or blender.
2. 2. Blend the sauce: Process on high speed for about 60 seconds until the garlic and peppers are completely pureed.
3. 3. Check the consistency: Pause to scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula and pulse a few more times to ensure it is perfectly smooth.
4. 4. Rest and chill: Transfer the sauce to an airtight container and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Recipe Tips

• Control the heat: Start with just one chipotle pepper if you prefer a milder sauce, then taste and add the second if desired.
• Use fresh lime juice: Bottled citrus juice often has a bitter aftertaste that ruins the fresh flavor of this sauce.
• Let it rest: The flavors intensify and meld together significantly after sitting in the fridge for a short period.

What To Serve With Chipotle Sauce

This creamy spread pairs beautifully with crispy sweet potato fries or loaded vegetable tacos. It also works as a fantastic binding dressing for a black bean and roasted corn salad.

How To Store

Keep this sauce in a sealed glass jar or airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Because it contains vegan mayonnaise, do not freeze it, as the emulsion will break upon thawing.

FAQs

Can I use soaked cashews instead of vegan mayo?

Yes, you can blend one cup of soaked cashews with a quarter cup of water for a whole-food alternative. You may need to blend it slightly longer to achieve a smooth texture.

Why is my sauce too thick?

Vegan mayonnaise brands vary in consistency. If yours is too thick, blend in water one teaspoon at a time until it reaches a drizzling consistency.

Are chipotle peppers in adobo gluten-free?

Most brands are, but you should always check the label to ensure no wheat thickeners were used in the adobo sauce.

Nutrition

• Calories: 95 kcal
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Sodium: 180 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 2 g
• Protein: 0 g