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homemade chipotle in adobo sauce just mixed in a glass bowl sitting on top of a brightly painted terra cotta Mexican artwork plate

Easy 2-Minute DIY Chipotles in Adobo Substitute


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  • Author: Kelly
  • Total Time: 2 minutes
  • Yield: 1 Whole Chipotle in Adobo Sauce Chili
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

If you’re in the mood to make your favorite chipotle recipes like tinga tacos or other Mexican or Tex-Mex dishes but don’t have a can of chipotle in adobo sauce lying around — don’t fret. You can get the same spicy, tangy, smoked jalapeño flavors with this easy DIY version.


Ingredients

For each 1 whole chili in adobo sauce called for in a recipe, use the following ratio:

  • 3/4 teaspoon chipotle powder (2g)
  • 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder (0.33g)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red wine vinegar (1.25g)
  • 1/4 teaspoon tomato paste (1.25g)

For every teaspoon of adobo sauce called for in a recipe, use the following ratio:

  • 1/8 teaspoon chipotle powder (0.33g)
  • pinch of garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon red wine vinegar (2.5g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon tomato paste (2.5g)


Instructions

  1. Mix together chipotle powder, garlic powder, tomato paste, and red wine vinegar and use as called for in the recipe. If you want to make a little more than the recipe calls for, just seal it up in a jar and place it in the fridge until ready to use. 

Notes

For 2 whole chilis in adobo sauce called for in a recipe, use the following ratio:

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons chipotle powder (4g)
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (0.5g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon red wine vinegar (2.5g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon tomato paste (2.5g)
  • Prep Time: 2 minutes
  • Category: Condiments + Sauces + Dips
  • Method: Mix & Stir
  • Cuisine: Mexican & Latin

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 1/4 teaspoon
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