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~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~
Chipotle chili powder has an earthy flavor with a deep smokiness that’s created during the drying and smoking process. The powder first starts off as ripe, red jalapeño peppers that have been slowly wood-smoked.
If you’re not sure if like this spice, remember that a little bit goes a long way so be sure to use a light hand. Build the flavor up if need be until it reaches the expectations of your taste buds.
This sauce can be used as a dip, thinned out for a dressing, or you can even use the sauce to coat kale, making a fantastic kale chip with a little heat. I love recipes that are versatile like this.
In fact, I do this with many of my recipes. The labor that it takes to make one recipe can save me a lot of time throughout the week when I divide it up, giving it new life every other day.
When I sat down to enjoy this sauce, I tried hard to remember what sauces/dips I enjoyed as a child… or shoot, even my early adult years. I came up blank. All I can recall eating is Frito Bean Dip and Ranch Dip in a jar. Other than that… my palate didn’t understand other complex flavors.
I am truly amazed as to how a simple decision to eat a high raw diet has totally changed my eating experience. It opened up a new world of ethnic flavors and has expanded my menu. Well, it’s time to let you go so you get busy in the kitchen. Many blessings, amie sue
Ingredients:Yields 2 cups
This looks fabulous Amie Sue!! The whole Mexican theme foods do… Can’t wait to the new recipe!! Thanks for sharing :)
You bet Kathy :) I crave Mexican all the time, so I really want to create some more healthy components to go with these ;0 have a wonderful weekend, amie sue
I have to find a chipotle powder that is not toooo smoky… I tasted a chipotle stuff one day and it nauseate me… it was waaaaaaaayyyyyyyyyy too smoky. Could we use something else than chipotle, you think?…
But… it look very good :D
Well goodness, lets not use something that doesn’t agree with your system. You can always chili powder instead. :)
I just made this & it is incredible!!! I have never really thought to use nuts in this way, I always use beans. I am loving it!
Awesome Aminah… we learn new things everyday. :) I sure do, that’s for sure. Have a wonderful week, amie sue
This turned out divine! I love smoked and spicy foods so this is amazing. I put it in the fridge, is it going to thicken up? if so what liquid should I had to it to thin it out a bit?
Good morning Rhonda… I love the flavor combo of smoked and spicy as well. :) Yes, it will thicken as it chills. If you want to thin it you can add water or almond milk. :) Sounds like you having fun in the kitchen! Have a glorious day, amie sue
Now for the taco meat!!!!!!!
Hulloo amie-sue. Really loving flicking through your recipes each morning. Now I must confess, I dont like chipotle (I dont like the smoky flavour but love the heat). Do you think I could get away with using raw habaneros or should I dehydrate them first?
Hello Danielle,
Oh you are a brave one.. habaneros… hehe You could use them raw, just start out with a small amount and work the heat up to what you like. Keep in mind the heat could intensify as it sits too. You could also use red pepper flakes if you like that type of heat… or cayenne which is a back throat heat that come after you swallow. Keep me posted on what you use. Fun! amie sue
Happy New Year!! I made this to go with the avocado “fries” recipe. In addition, I added only a half tbsp of raw agave syrup for acidic/salt balance.
You are my raw HERO at the moment. I changed my google setting to have your site auto load when I open my computer. Lol Best of luck to you!
Hold on Raquel… I am going to go throw on my raw super hero spandex suit… hehe You crack me up. Thanks for coming back and sharing your experience with me/us. Great addition of the sweetness. :)
I really appreciated your kind words tonight. A perfect way to end my day. Many blessings and please keep in touch as your travel through the recipes. amie sue