chipotle

/tʃɪˈpoʊtleɪ/
noun
  1. A smoked, dried jalapeño pepper, often used in Mexican cooking to add a smoky, spicy flavor.
    • She added a chipotle pepper to the sauce for a smoky kick.
    • You can buy chipotle peppers dried or canned in adobo sauce.
    • Chipotle is a key ingredient in many adobo marinades.
  2. A spicy seasoning or sauce made from chipotle peppers.
    • He ordered a burrito with chipotle sauce on top.
    • The chipotle mayo gave the sandwich a nice smoky heat.
    • I love using chipotle powder to season grilled chicken.
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