Goal

Learn a smoky, creamy Southwest staple built on chipotle peppers in adobo.

Smoky, creamy, and genuinely bold — a Southwest staple built on chipotle peppers in adobo.

Makes about 4 servings

Ingredients

• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 2 tbsp minced chipotle peppers in adobo
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tsp honey
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 2 tbsp water
• ¼ tsp salt

Steps

1. Combine the base — Whisk together mayonnaise, chipotle, lime juice, honey, garlic, and salt until smooth.
2. Thin to the right consistency — Whisk in water one tablespoon at a time until pourable.
3. Adjust heat and brightness — Taste and add more chipotle for heat, or more lime for brightness.

Tip: Chipotle heat varies a lot between brands — start with 1 tablespoon, taste, then add more.