I found chipotles!

[JJ40]

I just wanted to share my excitement with y'all...I've been whining on the board for a while now about my inability to find chipotle peppers.

Well, I finally found them! I came across them the other day, much to my delight! I debated about whether to get plain ol' chipotles or chipotles in adobo sauce... I ended up getting the ones in adobo sauce. (Imagine me, doing a dance of happiness!!!)

The chipotle-lime flank steak will be the first recipe to try. What other recipes would you recommend for a chipotle newbie?

Julie :)

[claire797]

You were smart to get the kind in Adobe sauce. When you make the marinade, you can add a spoon or two of the sauce for a little extra flavor.

[lhall]

The Cilantro Turkey Burgers with Chipolte Ketchup were good. We thought the cilantro was a little strong for us, when I make them again I'll use less.

Oh, I took someone else's advise. I froze my leftover peppers on a baking sheet, then put them in a ziplock bag so I can just use as many as I need and not have to chip them away.

I just recently discovered them myself so I haven't made anything else.

Leigh

[aggie94]

For a tasty, fast weeknight meal, we love the Smothered Sirloin Steak with Adobo Gravy - it only uses the sauce, but if you want a little extra kick, you can sneak a chipotle in there too.

[Jewel]

Definitely get them in the Adobo Sauce! That's half the flavor! :D This is one of our favorites, from Lorilei! The only modification I do is to saute the onions before building the enchiladas. This sauce is to die for!

CHIPOTLE CHICKEN ENCHILADAS

Recipe By :lorilei from the CL board
Serving Size : 0 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Casserole Main Dish , Chicken


Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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3 half-breasts chicken -- cooked and cubed
9 oz sharp cheddar cheese -- grated
3/4 c minced onion
Sauce:
2 T butter
2 T flour
1 c beef broth
1 c water
1 t cumin
3 cloves garlic -- minced
1 t oregano
3 canned chipotle chiles -- seeded and minced
(3 to 4)
2 T adobo sauce from can
2 T sour cream

Melt the butter in a skillet. Stir in flour. Cook this roux until it is light brown. Remove pan from heat and slowly stir in broth. Place pan over medium heat and whisk in water. Add the spices, garlic, chiles, and adobo sauce. Simmer uncovered for 20 minutes. Whisk in sour cream.

Heat some oil in a skillet. Lightly fry a corn tortilla to soften it. Place it on a plate and fill with 1T cheese, 1T onion, and 1T chicken. Roll and place in a 9" x 13" dish. Repeat 12 times.

Cover the enchiladas with the chipotle sauce. Top with any remaining onions and cheese.

Bake at 375 degrees for 8-10 minutes, just until the sauce bubbles.
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Also, try this one! I always double the garlic! :D I also want to try grilling this next time.

Chipotle & Honey Glazed Pork

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Chipotle & Honey Glazed Pork

2 canned Chipotles in Adobo sauce, seeded and chopped
3 garlic cloves, chopped
3 TBS honey
1 TBS Olive Oil
1-1/2 lbs Pork Tenderloin.

Preheat oven to 450*. Puree chipotles, adobo, honey, oil and garlic in blender until smooth. Sprinkle pork with salt, then spread glaze over pork. Roast in center of oven 20 minutes or until inside temp reaches 155 deg. Let rest 15 minutes before slicing thin.
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