Chipotle Pepper Puree
Dive deep into the world of rich, smoky flavors with this Chipotle Pepper Puree Recipe. Perfectly blending heat with a burst of aroma.
Equipment
- Food processor or blender
- Rubber spatula
- Airtight storage container
- Bowl
- Strainer
- Knife
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
- Dried chipotle peppers 10
- Boiling water 2 cups
- Cloves garlic 3
- Salt 1 teaspoon
- Apple cider vinegar 1 teaspoon
Instructions
- Begin by placing the dried chipotle peppers in a bowl.
- Douse the peppers with boiling water, allowing them to rest and soften for roughly half an hour.
- Once softened, drain the peppers and remove the stems.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the chipotle peppers, garlic, salt, and apple cider vinegar.
- Process in a blender until you achieve a silky, homogenized texture.
- Transfer the Chipotle Pepper concoction into a sealable container and keep chilled.
Notes
- Should the blend be overly viscous, incorporate water, a tablespoon at a time, until you reach your preferred texture.
- Tailor the heat intensity by varying the number of chipotle peppers.
- Try adding a teaspoon of honey for a sweet and smoky variation.
- For convenient future use, freeze the puree in ice cube compartments.
- Mix a spoonful of this puree into your favorite barbecue sauce for an extra layer of smoky goodness.