What is chipotle paste and where can you buy it?
Discover what chipotle paste is, where to shop for it, and how to use it in our ingredient glossary
What is chipotle paste?
Chipotle paste is made from a purée of chipotle chillies, which are jalapeño chillies that have been smoked and dried. It usually includes ingredients such as onion, garlic, tomato purée, vinegar, spices, dried herbs and sugar. The paste originates in Mexico and can be used in a variety of ways, from stirring through soups and stews to coating meat and vegetables for roasting.
Where to buy chipotle paste
Santa Maria Chipotle Paste, £2.09/100g, Amazon
Chipotle paste recipes
Tomato, chipotle and rice soup
This filling tomato soup really packs a punch, thanks to all that chipotle paste. Add plenty of fresh ginger for even more warmth.

Black bean slow-cooker chilli
Check out our easy slow-cooker chilli with black beans and fiery chipotle chilli paste. This is a low-calorie veggie recipe that the whole family will love.

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