Best 2 Chipotle Creme Fraiche Recipes

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**Chipotle Crème Fraîche: A Creamy and Spicy Sauce for Tacos, Enchiladas, and More**

Chipotle crème fraîche is a creamy, slightly tangy, and smoky sauce that adds a delicious depth of flavor to a variety of dishes. Made with just a few simple ingredients, this sauce can be easily prepared in a blender or food processor and is a great way to add a unique twist to your favorite Mexican-inspired dishes. This article features three variations of chipotle crème fraîche, each with its own unique flavor profile. The classic recipe combines chipotle peppers in adobo with crème fraîche, sour cream, and lime juice for a balanced and versatile sauce. The roasted tomato chipotle crème fraîche adds roasted tomatoes to the mix for a smoky and savory twist. Finally, the avocado chipotle crème fraîche incorporates ripe avocados for a creamy and slightly nutty flavor. Whether you're looking for a simple sauce to add to your next taco night or a more complex condiment to elevate your enchiladas or burritos, these chipotle crème fraîche recipes have you covered.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

KABOCH SQUASH AND CHESTNUT SOUP WITH CHIPOTLE CRèME FRAîCHE



Kaboch Squash and Chestnut Soup with Chipotle Crème Fraîche image

Provided by Patricia Yeo

Categories     Soup/Stew     Pepper     Appetizer     Bake     Squash     Port     Red Wine     Fall     Chestnut     Bon Appétit     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Chipotle Crème Fra‮che
1 cup ruby Port
1/2 cup dry red wine
1 teaspoon canned chipotle chilies or 1 teaspoon crushed dried chipotle chilies
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 8-ounce container crème fraîche or 1 cup sour cream
Soup
Vegetable oil
2 2 1/2-pound kabocha squash, cut horizontally in half, seeded
8 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
1 1/2 7.4-ounce jars whole roasted chestnuts
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup

Steps:

  • For chipotle crème fra‮che:
  • Combine Port, wine, chilies, and tomato paste in heavy small saucepan. Simmer over medium heat until reduced to thick paste, stirring often, about 12 minutes. Transfer to small bowl; cool. Fold in crème fraîche. Cover and chill at least 1 hour and up to 1 week.
  • For soup:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Brush baking sheet with oil. Place squash halves, cut side down, on prepared sheet. Bake squash until very tender, about 1 hour. Scoop squash from skins. Measure 6 cups squash and transfer to large pot (reserve any remaining squash for another use). Add broth and chestnuts to pot. Bring to boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer soup uncovered until chestnuts are very tender, about 30 minutes. Mix maple syrup into soup. Puree soup in batches in blender until very smooth; return to same pot. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Refrigerate until cold, then cover and keep refrigerated.)
  • Rewarm soup. Ladle into bowls. Top each serving with chipotle crème fraîche.

CHIPOTLE CREME FRAICHE



Chipotle Creme Fraiche image

When you want to wake-up an appetizer, main dish, or side dish that is a Mexican dish, this takes food to another level that your tired old sour cream just can't do. Great as a dipping sauce or to top any Mexican dish such as fish tacos, burritos, nachos, enchilada pie, etc. Anytime you'd ordinarily use sour cream or whenever you want a more gourmet topping or dip, this is fast and easy and a crowd pleaser.

Provided by vegchef

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 2

2 (8 ounce) containers creme fraiche
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, or more to taste, minced

Steps:

  • Stir creme fraiche and chipotle peppers together in a bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100.8 calories, Carbohydrate 1.1 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 17.9 mg, Sugar 1 g

Tips:

  • Use a high-quality creme fraiche: Look for one that is made with fresh cream and has a slightly tangy flavor.
  • Choose the right chipotle peppers: For a smoky flavor, use dried chipotle peppers. For a more intense flavor, use canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce.
  • Toast the spices: Toasting the cumin and coriander seeds will bring out their flavor and make them more fragrant.
  • Use a blender or food processor: This will help you create a smooth and creamy sauce.
  • Taste the sauce before serving: Adjust the seasonings to your liking. You may want to add more chipotle peppers for a spicier sauce or more lime juice for a brighter flavor.

Conclusion:

Chipotle creme fraiche is a versatile sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is perfect for adding a smoky, spicy, and tangy flavor to tacos, burritos, enchiladas, and other Mexican-inspired dishes. It can also be used as a dip for chips or vegetables, or as a topping for grilled meats or fish. With its complex flavor and easy-to-make recipe, chipotle creme fraiche is a great addition to any kitchen.

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