Ingredient

Chipotle Base

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use chipotle base to add a smoky, spicy flavor to a variety of …

What it is

Chipotle base is a flavoring ingredient made from smoked and dried jalapeño peppers, often blended with other spices and ingredients like tomatoes, onions, and garlic. The peppers are typically roasted or smoked to develop their characteristic smoky flavor and then processed into a paste or powder.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use chipotle base to add a smoky, spicy flavor to a variety of foods. It is commonly found in savory products such as chili, soups, stews, marinades, sauces, and frozen meals.

Health notes

Chipotle base is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. Capsaicin, the compound that gives chili peppers their heat, has been studied for various health effects, but research is ongoing and evidence is mixed. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated capsaicin and related compounds. There are no widespread controversies regarding its use in typical food amounts.

Allergen info

Chipotle base is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Chipotle Base

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La Tortilleria Tapatia, Inc. Fiesta Chicken, White Chicken Over Rice Frozen Dinners & Entrees 82kcal 4.7Protein 1.2Fat 10.6Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Angus Steak Chili With Beans Chili & Stew High in sodium — 44% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 106kcal 10.2Protein 3.3Fat 9.0Carbs Blount Seafood Corporation Beef Chili With Beans Chili & Stew High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 102kcal 6.5Protein 5.3Fat 8.6Carbs Ahold USA, Inc. Kettle Style Chunky Beef Chili With Beans A Chunky Blend Of Diced And Ground Beef Simmered In Tomatoes With Kidney Beans, Black Beans, Mixed Bell Peppers And Spices, Kettle Style Chunky Beef Chili With Beans Chili & Stew High in sodium — 53% DV per serving 11kcal 9.0Protein 4.1Fat 9.4Carbs Safeway, Inc. Simmer Sauce Chipotle Other Cooking Sauces High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 58kcal 1.7Protein 2.5Fat 8.3Carbs Winter Gardens Quality Foods, Inc. Blazin' Beef Chili Chili & Stew High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 61kcal 5.7Protein 2.0Fat 7.3Carbs Cacique Inc. Mexican Style Chipotle Sour Cream, Mexican Style Chipotle Cream 167kcal 3.3Protein 15Fat 6.7Carbs Rafael Padilla & Cia S. En C. Beef Chili With Beans, Beef Other Deli High in sodium — 45% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 106kcal 7.8Protein 4.5Fat 7.8Carbs Blount Seafood Corporation Southwest Corn Chowder, Southwest Corn Other Soups High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 82kcal 2.5Protein 3.3Fat 10.6Carbs Kings Super Markets Inc Beef Chili With Beans, Beef With Beans Chili & Stew High in sodium — 53% DV per serving 110kcal 9.0Protein 4.1Fat 9.4Carbs Blount Seafood Corporation Chunky Beef Chili With Beans, Chunky Beef With Beans Chili & Stew High in sodium — 55% DV per serving 114kcal 9.0Protein 4.1Fat 9.8Carbs Safeway, Inc. Chicken Enchilada Soup With White Meat Chicken, Chicken Enchilada Other Soups High in sodium — 35% DV per serving 78kcal 4.5Protein 2.9Fat 8.6Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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