Get ready for an intense, spicy addition to your low-carb meals. This Chipotle Aioli Recipe is inspired by a mind blowing sriracha aioli I had in Cleveland. It came with my wife's order of moule frites (a mountain of mussels and a crispy serving of shoestring potatoes) but what really stuck with me was the unique aioli flavor. It was spicy with a wallop of garlic, yet smooth and buttery at the same time. Since that night, I've been experimenting with different ingredients to achieve similar flavors, and this recipe is a surefire hit.
The spicy chipotle aioli perfectly balances smoke, spice, and garlic. It's ready in under 2 minutes (yes, two minutes!) and is perfect for wings, seafood, deli sandwiches, or your favorite burger. Let's make the recipe together!
This recipe is:
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- Low Carb
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- Gluten Free
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- Keto
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- Dairy Free
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- Paleo
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- Vegetarian
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5 Reasons to love this recipe
This may become your favorite homemade chipotle aioli recipe for reasons like:
- Simple ingredients list.
- Ready in 2 minutes.
- Perfect for dipping veggies or slathering on grilled meat.
- Almost guaranteed nobody has tried this condiment before!
- Low-carb and keto-friendly.
Is Chipotle Aioli Low-Carb?
Yes, chipotle aioli made from low-carb ingredients in moderate portions fits a low-carb diet. This recipe is zero-carb. If you're wondering Is Mayo Low Carb check out the in depth article to dig into its carb content and nutrition value. I've carefully picked the ingredients to ensure the aioli is low-carb-friendly yet packed with delicious flavors.
Chipotle Aioli Ingredient List
The fiery chipotle aioli sauce recipe requires simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry:
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup extra-light olive oil
- 1 clove garlic
- 3 tablespoons chipotle sauce (Tabasco)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Ingredient Substitutes
Swap some of the ingredients with these superb alternatives if you want to replace anything:
- Extra-light olive oil: Vegetable or MCT oil will do. Avoid regular olive oil, avocado oil, or grapeseed oil because they have too much flavor. We need a neutral oil, with little to no flavor.
- Lemon juice: This recipe loves a squeeze of fresh lime juice.
- Fresh garlic clove: Add ¼ teaspoon of granulated garlic or 2 cloves of roasted garlic for a similar taste.
- Chipotle Tabasco Sauce: Any chipotle sauce without added sugar will give you the smokey chipotle pepper flavor. Alternatively, use 1 teaspoon of ground chipotle chili powder (reduce for less heat). Allow the recipe to sit in the fridge for about 30 minutes to let the flavors meld if you use the powder.
Additional Ingredients
Spruce up the homemade aioli sauce recipe with these optional ingredients:
- Extra spice: Add some cayenne powder for a higher level of heat. For more depth of flavor, add chili powder for more umami, a little cumin powder, or - for extra smokiness - smoked paprika.
- Acidity: Adding some Dijon or whole-grain mustard gives this creamy condiment a bit more body.
Note: The additional ingredients are optional and not part of the original recipe. Use them for flavor enhancement only.
Cooking Tools
To make this chipotle aioli recipe from scratch, you only need the following tools:
- Immersion blender
- Measuring cups and spoons
How To Make Chipotle Aioli Recipe: Complete Guide
Cooking Method
- No-cook recipe
Preparation Steps
- Combine egg, garlic, lemon juice, extra-light olive oil, and chipotle Tabasco in an immersion blender beaker.
- Blend on high until the chipotle aioli has formed.
- Transfer from the beaker to a bowl, and serve immediately.
💡 My Pro Tip
Creating this chipotle mayo sauce recipe is like making mayonnaise from scratch. We will use an immersion blender, and the carafe (or beaker) that came with it is a crucial requirement for the recipe. The carafe is slender and tall. Why? The immersion blender will push all the ingredients to the side without emulsion. It’s a spinning blade, so this happens through centrifugal force.
We also need the eggs at the bottom before adding all the ingredients. Why? When we start the immersion blender, we want the egg to emulsify first. When emulsification starts, a mayonnaise-like substance forms at the bottom of the carafe. You can gently massage the immersion blender inside the carafe once you notice it. The aioli will form quickly. If it is too thin, add more oil. If it is too thick, add a little water.
What To Eat With Chipotle Aioli Sauce?
Here are some low-carb recipes that love this smoky chipotle aioli:
- Baked Chicken Leg Quarters: Dip the crispy chicken leg quarters with this delicous dipping sauce for a spicy flavor burst.
- Grilled Beer Can Chicken: The smoky, garlicky flavors in the creamy sauce complement the beer can chicken's savoriness.
- Grilled Chicken Wings: Add a touch of sophistication to these chicken wings with my perfect dipping sauce.
- Grilled Artichokes: The artichokes dipped in the delicious sauce of chipotle aioli make a fine summer side dish.
- Oven-Baked Chicken Tenders: Chicken tenders love a good kick of heat and this chipotle aioli offers the right amount.
- Grilled Asparagus: The smoky flavors of the grilled asparagus pair well with the chipotle's smokiness and hint of garlic.
Storage Instructions
- Transfer the leftover chipotle aioli recipe to an airtight container and store it in the fridge for up to a week. Do note that aioli will spoil faster if kept out of refrigeration for too long. Also, avoid keeping fresh aioli in direct sunlight (think BBQ or Clam Bake).
- This recipe does not freeze well.
Recipe Conclusion
With such a simple ingredients list, this is hands-down the best Chipotle Aioli Recipe and it's become one of my favorite condiments. It's a fabulous spicy sauce for roasted veggies, grilled meats, and seafood and can also be used in a salad dressing. The fantastic recipe is straightforward and requires only an immersion or high-speed blender - and you can add different optional ingredients to create a flavor that suits your taste buds perfectly. Want to control the heat? Add less chipotle sauce and continue to blend while tasting and adjusting. You may also use other hot sauces in place of chipotle sauce. For example, the Cholula brand hot sauce will give you the best-tasting Cholula aioli.
What are your thoughts on this version of aioli? What's your favorite version?
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FAQs
An aioli is typically a fresh mayonnaise with raw garlic added to it. So it has an intense garlic flavor that most people love when combined with smooth mayonnaise. It tastes like regular aioli with the additional flavor components of natural smoke and spice. You can control the spiciness of the chipotle aioli by adjusting the amount of hot sauce in the recipe.
Yes, you can easily make a chipotle aioli with store-bought mayonnaise, but it will not have the flavor of a fresh aioli made from scratch. Blend the clove of garlic with chipotle Tabasco sauce. Whip together with store-bought mayonnaise and serve immediately. While store-bought mayonnaise may slightly extend the aioli's shelf life, the fresh garlic will still develop bacteria, so refrigeration is crucial.
Chipotle Aioli Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup extra-light olive oil
- 1 clove garlic
- 3 tablespoons chipotle sauce Tabasco
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Combine egg, garlic, lemon juice, extra-light olive oil, and chipotle Tabasco in an immersion blender beaker.
- Blend on high until the chipotle aioli has formed.
- Transfer from the beaker to a bowl, and serve immediately.
Notes
Nutrition
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Jennifer T. says
Have you ever thought about using real chipotle peppers, grinding them down with a mortar and pestle? Would this work? I have a ton of dried chipotle peppers and have no idea what to do with them. Any thoughts?
Scott Groth says
Hi Jennifer:
Chipotle peppers are jalapeños which have been smoked until they are dried. Typically they are leathery and pliable, so it would be difficult to do with a mortar and pestle. My suggestion would be to use a high powered blender but make sure you keep the lid on- the airborne pepper dust will be an irritant. Or you could put a couple in a food processor with a little water, make a chipotle paste, then add in chopped tomato, onion and cilantro for a super flavorful salsa. Hope this helps.
Thank you for reading and have an excellent day!
Scott
Holly | Beyond Kimchee says
That looks so easy and quick sauce to dip pretty much anything. Yum~!
Scott Groth says
Hey Holly:
It is an excellent sauce, I have it in my fridge all the time.
Thank you and have a fantastic day!
Scott
Elaine @ Dishes Delish says
I'll have to make two versions of the chipotle aioli recipe. One with the spice (me) and one without (hubby)! I love aioli and make it once every two months. I'll have to make your version since it looks scrumptious!
Scott Groth says
Hi Elaine:
I make a lower spice version as well with green tabasco (it is pretty mild). It didn't really photograph well, so I didn't post that recipe.
Take care and have a great day in the kitchen!
Scott
Nicoletta @sugarlovespices says
Nice video! And very nice recipe! It must be so tasty, perfect accompaniment to many dishes.
Scott Groth says
Hi Nicoletta:
It is a delicious condiment... great with wings, chicken, pork, shrimp... pretty much any grilled protein. I need to make another batch now that our international move is complete and things are settling down.
Take care and have a great day in the kitchen!
Scott