Roasted Raspberry-Chipotle Sauce
A Sweet, Spicy, and Savory Symphony for Your Taste Buds
Let’s dive right in and talk about how you can make this delicious sauce at home.
Why Roasted Raspberries and Garlic?
Recipe: Roasted Raspberry-Chipotle Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1 cup raspberry preserves
- 2-4 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
- 2 tablespoons adobo sauce (from the can of chipotle peppers)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 small head of garlic (about the size of a golf ball)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons crushed Mexican oregano
- Kosher salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil (for roasting)
How to Make It
Roast the Raspberries and Garlic: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the fresh raspberries on a baking sheet and drizzle with a little olive oil. Cut the top off the garlic head to expose the cloves, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and place on the same baking sheet. Roast for 10-15 minutes, until the raspberries are soft and slightly caramelized and the garlic is tender and golden. Let them cool a bit before moving on to the next step.
Prepare the Sauce: In a small saucepan, squeeze out the roasted garlic cloves and combine with the roasted raspberries, raspberry preserves, minced chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, and crushed Mexican oregano. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until everything is well combined and slightly thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. (In my case, a two-finger pinch of Kosher salt and a pinch of fresh black pepper was perfect).
Blend (Optional): If you prefer a smooth sauce, use an immersion blender or transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth. Once blended, strain through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any seeds. If you like a chunkier texture, you can skip this step.
Cool and Use: Let the sauce cool slightly before using it. It’s now ready to be used as a marinade for chicken, pork, or shrimp, or as a glaze for grilled dishes. It’s also fantastic as a dipping sauce for everything from roasted veggies to tortilla chips.
Tips for Using the Sauce
Glaze: Brush the sauce onto meats or veggies during the last few minutes of grilling or roasting.
Dip: Serve it on the side as a vibrant, flavorful dip.
This roasted raspberry-chipotle sauce with roasted garlic and Mexican oregano has become my go-to for adding a sweet, spicy, and deeply savory kick to meals. I hope you give it a try and love it as much as I do! Let me know how you use it in your cooking – I’d love to hear your ideas and see your creations. Remember to tag your creations with @The_SmallTownChef. Until next time, happy cooking!
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