Smoky Chipotle Fry Sauce
A bold, smoky, creamy dipping sauce with chipotle heat, fresh lime, and a hint of maple — the perfect companion to crispy fries, onion rings, or anything that deserves a serious upgrade.
Prep time
5 min
Cook time
0 min
Serves
Ingredients
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- ½ cupgood quality mayo
- 1chipotle pepper in adobo, finely minced
- 1–2 tspadobo sauce (from the can)
- 1 tspfresh lime juice
- ½ tspmaple syrup (or honey)
- ½ smallgarlic clove, finely grated
- pinchsmoked paprika
- pinchsalt
- 2 tbspmashed avocado (optional, recommended for extra smoothness)
Ingredients
- ½ cupgood quality mayo
- 1chipotle pepper in adobo, finely minced
- 1–2 tspadobo sauce (from the can)
- 1 tspfresh lime juice
- ½ tspmaple syrup (or honey)
- ½ smallgarlic clove, finely grated
- pinchsmoked paprika
- pinchsalt
- 2 tbspmashed avocado (optional, recommended for extra smoothness)
Instructions
- 1
In a bowl, mix mayo, chipotle pepper, and adobo sauce until smooth.
- 2
Stir in lime juice, maple syrup, garlic, smoked paprika, and salt.
- 3
Fold in mashed avocado if using.
- 4
Let sit for 5–10 minutes before serving to deepen the flavour.
Melissa's Notes
Add 1–2 tsp water to thin for drizzling. A tiny splash of pickle juice or vinegar gives it a signature tang. Adjust chipotle for preferred heat level.
Nutrition Information
Per serving — based on 6 servings (approx. 2 tbsp each)
Nutrition information is an estimate and may vary depending on the ingredients and brands used.
This recipe works well with Crispy Garlic Parmesan & Parsley Fries
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