Creamy Chipotle Aioli

Prep Time 5

Chill Time 30

Total Time 35

Liven up your lunch or dinner with this creamy chipotle aioli made with mayo, lime juice, garlic, and smoky chipotle peppers. Tangy, rich, and just spicy enough—an instant flavor boost for burgers, fries, grain bowls, tacos, and more.

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Ingredients

Aioli Base

▢ 1 cup (240 ml) mayonnaise preferably full-fat
▢ 2 tbsp (30 ml) fresh lime juice about 1 lime
▢ 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce finely minced; use 1 for mild or up to 4 for extra heat
▢ 2 cloves garlic minced or mashed into a paste
▢ 1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) kosher salt or to taste

Equipment

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Mixing bowl
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Spoon or Whisk
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Food Processor (optional)

Instructions

Combine the ingredients: In a medium bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, lime juice, minced chipotle peppers, garlic, and salt. Taste and adjust the spices or lime as needed.
Blender option (for extra smoothness): For a silky, even texture, blend all the ingredients in a small food processor until smooth. Scrape the sides as needed.
Let it chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Stir and serve: Stir before using and serve as a dip, spread, or sauce wherever you want extra flavor.

Notes

This aioli keeps for 4–5 days in an airtight container in the fridge. Stir before each use as it may separate a bit. For a vegan version, substitute vegan mayo. For a milder flavor, start with one chipotle pepper—add more to ramp up the heat. Try it with roasted veggies, sweet potato fries, sandwiches, burgers, tacos, or grain bowls!

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