Ingredient

Chipotle Peppers In Adobo

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use chipotle peppers in adobo to add a smoky, spicy, and slightly sweet …

What it is

Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce are dried, smoked jalapeños that have been rehydrated and packed in a sauce made from tomatoes, vinegar, garlic, and spices. The smoking process gives them a distinctive smoky flavor, and the adobo sauce adds a tangy, slightly spicy element.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use chipotle peppers in adobo to add a smoky, spicy, and slightly sweet flavor to a wide variety of foods. They are commonly found in salsas, dips, marinades, sauces, and as a flavoring in prepared meats and vegetarian dishes.

Health notes

Chipotle peppers in adobo are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA as a food ingredient. The FDA has not set specific upper intake limits for chili peppers or their derivatives. While generally considered safe in typical food amounts, some individuals may experience digestive discomfort from spicy foods. JECFA has evaluated capsaicinoids, the compounds that give chili peppers their heat, and established an acceptable daily intake.

Allergen info

Chipotle peppers in adobo are not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Chipotle Peppers In Adobo

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CFS & B LLC Cape Fear Salsa, Pineapple Chipotle Salsa, Chipotle, Chipotle Dips & Salsa 50kcal 0Protein 0Fat 10Carbs Dierberg's Markets, Inc. Dierbergs Kitchen, House-Made Sweet Potato Hummus, Mild Chipotle, Mild Chipotle Dips & Salsa 207kcal 17.9Protein 13.2Fat 16.4Carbs Brittany Records Jam Of Love, Strawberry Chipotle Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads 368kcal 5.3Protein 0Fat 94.7Carbs Italian Rose Company Fresh Pico De Gallo, Fresh Dips & Salsa 17kcal 0Protein 0Fat 6.7Carbs Uncured Bacon With Potatoes, Eggs Green Chile And Cheese Breakfast Burrito, Uncured Bacon Bonfire Burritos LLC Uncured Bacon With Potatoes, Eggs Green Chile And Cheese Breakfast Burrito, Uncured Bacon Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 27% DV per serving 226kcal 6.8Protein 13.0Fat —Carbs Veggie Breakfast With Potatoes, Eggs, Green Chile, Anaheim Green Chiles And Cheese Burrito, Veggie Breakfast Bonfire Burritos LLC Veggie Breakfast With Potatoes, Eggs, Green Chile, Anaheim Green Chiles And Cheese Burrito, Veggie Breakfast Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 164kcal 4.8Protein 7.5Fat 19.2Carbs Chupacabra Breakfast Burrito With Potatoes, Green Chile, Eggs, Uncured Bacon, Sausage, Cheese, Chipotle Crema And Chorizo, Chupacabra Bonfire Burritos LLC Chupacabra Breakfast Burrito With Potatoes, Green Chile, Eggs, Uncured Bacon, Sausage, Cheese, Chipotle Crema And Chorizo, Chupacabra Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 27% DV per serving 219kcal 8.2Protein 12.3Fat 18.5Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Finishing Butter, Chipotle Lime Butter & Spread High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 643kcal 0Protein 71.4Fat 7.1Carbs Raley's Turkey & Provolone Sandwich, Turkey & Provolone Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 75% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 215kcal 12.4Protein 9.9Fat 20.2Carbs Roth Industries, LLC Chipotle Chicken Tender Chicken Tossed In A Creamy Chipotle Sauce, Chipotle Chicken Other Deli 121kcal 12.9Protein 5.7Fat 3.6Carbs Fresco Foods, Inc. Homestyle Turkey Meatloaf, Homestyle Turkey Other Deli High in sodium — 51% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 33% DV per serving 141kcal 8.5Protein 7.1Fat 11.5Carbs Publix Super Markets, Inc. Loaded Potato Barrels With Bacon, Cheddar Cheese, Jalapenos, And Chipotle Ranch, Bacon, Cheddar Cheese, Jalapenos, And Chipotle Ranch Other Deli High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 271kcal 7.1Protein 18.8Fat 20Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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