Orange Chipotle Sauce

This is a delicious Orange Chipotle Sauce made with a few ingredients. It’s a different version of the classic Chipotle sauce with a fruity touch.

This Orange Chipotle Sauce is truly easy and worth trying. I made it with orange juice as the main ingredient, along with chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, cumin, and paprika, I think this ingredient everyone can have, If you struggle to find chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, you can order it online from amazon as I did.

The taste is delicious with a fun fruity touch from the orange. Making this Orange Chipotle Sauce is a great idea if you want a regular chipotle sauce but with an extra fruity flavor.

What is Orange Chipotle Sauce?

This is a fruity version of the classic Chipotle Sauce which contains a mix of the sweet taste of orange juice with the spicy chipotle peppers. It’s made with orange juice, chipotle peppers, honey, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, cumin, and paprika. This sauce has a fruity flavor due to using orange juice. It’s great on grilled chicken, tacos, or even as a dip like all other chipotle sauces. The mix of sweet, tangy, and spicy makes it taste really special and exciting to have it alongside your meals.

Ingredients

• 1 cup orange juice
• 1 tablespoon chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper

How to Make Orange Chipotle Sauce?

Step 1:

In a pot, mix the orange juice, chopped chipotle peppers, honey, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, cumin, and paprika.

Step 2:

Put the pot on the stove and heat it until it starts bubbling. Keep stirring.

Step 3:

Let it cook for 10-15 minutes until it gets thicker and reduces by half. But keep watching it so it doesn’t burn.

Step 4:

Now, Taste the sauce and add a little salt and pepper if you like. Mix it well.

Step 5:

Take the pot off the heat and let it cool. Then, put the sauce in a sealed container and Enjoy.

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Medium saucepan
• Wooden spoon or whisk
• Knife
• Cutting board
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Airtight container for storage

Helpful Tips!

• Fresh orange juice works better than bottled juice for this recipe, so squeeze it yourself if you can.
• If the sauce is too spicy, use fewer chipotle peppers, and to ignore this situation, Always start with just a few chipotle peppers so that you can have full control of the taste.
• Apple cider vinegar adds a nice flavor, but you can also use white vinegar or lemon juice if you want.
• Try to Mince the garlic finely so it blends well into the sauce and doesn’t leave big pieces and chunks.

What to Serve with Orange Chipotle Sauce?

You can use Orange Chipotle Sauce in many delicious ways, I love to Brush it on my grilled steaks or chicken for a tangy and fruity flavor, drizzle it, or toss roasted vegetables in the sauce for a delicious creamy taste. It’s also great as a dipping sauce for chicken nuggets and crispy vegetable sticks, Or you can use it as a tasty spread on burgers and sandwiches. For other uses, try it as a marinade for meats to add that beautiful spicy and fruity touch to your meals.

FAQ

Can I make this sauce spicier?

Yes, you can add more chipotle peppers or a pinch of cayenne pepper to increase the heat level.

Can I use bottled orange juice?

Yes, bottled orange juice works fine, but freshly squeezed orange juice is the best for this recipe.

What is Orange Chipotle Sauce made of?

Orange Chipotle Sauce is made from orange juice, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, cumin, and paprika.

What does Orange Chipotle Sauce taste like?

Orange Chipotle Sauce has a tangy and sweet flavor from the orange juice and honey, combined with a smoky and spicy touch from the chipotle peppers. The taste has that citruses and spiciness that stay long on your tongue.

Is this sauce suitable for vegetarians?

Yes, this sauce is vegetarian-friendly.

How can I make the sauce gluten-free?

This recipe is naturally gluten-free. Just ensure that any additional ingredients or substitutions are also gluten-free.

Can I use this sauce as a marinade?

This sauce works well as a marinade for chicken, pork, and beyond.

How do I Make the sauce sweeter?

Just Add more honey to increase the sweetness.

Can I substitute apple cider vinegar with another type of vinegar?

Yes, you can use white wine vinegar or rice vinegar as a substitute.

Conclusion

Orange Chipotle Sauce is a fantastic addition to your regular Chipotle sauce list, offering a unique taste of citrus and smoky flavors that go perfectly with lots of meals. It’s easy to make and versatile too, If you enjoyed this recipe, please share it with your friends and family, and don’t subscribe to my blog for more delicious versions of Chipotle Sauce recipes.