Best Easy Adobo de Chile Ancho Recipe

A rich marinade made from rehydrated ancho chiles, garlic, and Mexican spices. This family cooking staple adds sweet, smoky depth to high protein meats and stews.

Cook 45 min Difficulty NORMAL 110 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • Dried ancho chiles 4 pieces
  • Water 1.5 cups
  • White onion 0.5 cups
  • Garlic cloves 4 cloves
  • Olive oil 2 tbsp
Seasonings/Sauce
  • Apple cider vinegar 3 tbsp
  • Dried oregano 1 tsp
  • Ground cumin 0.5 tsp
  • Smoked paprika 1 tsp
  • Salt 1.25 tsp
  • Black pepper 0.5 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 10 g 36%
Protein 3 g 11%
Fat 6 g 53%
Serving size 60g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Remove stems and seeds from the dried ancho chiles. Tear each chile into a few large pieces for even hydration.

  2. 2

    Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Toast the chile pieces for 30 seconds per side, pressing with a spatula, until fragrant but not burned.

  3. 3

    In a small saucepan, combine toasted chiles and water. Bring to a low simmer, then cover and cook on low for 10 minutes. Allow to cool slightly.

  4. 4

    In a blender, combine the rehydrated chiles and soaking liquid with white onion, garlic cloves, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Blend on high until completely smooth.

  5. 5

    Push the puree through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl, using a spatula to extract a silky adobo. Taste and adjust salt as needed. Store refrigerated, covered, for up to 1 week.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this adobo recipe?
The essential ingredient is dried ancho chiles. They provide a distinctive sweet, smoky depth which is the hallmark of true Adobo de Chile Ancho, setting it apart from other adobos.
Q. How do you prevent bitterness when preparing the chiles?
Always toast the ancho chiles over medium heat for just 30 seconds on each side. Over-toasting burns the skins and turns the adobo bitter, so just heat until fragrant and pliable, then immediately rehydrate.
Q. What gives the adobo its smooth and rich consistency?
Blending the hydrated chiles with sautéed aromatics and olive oil, then passing the mixture through a fine mesh sieve, ensures a silky and thick sauce perfect for marinades and stews.
Q. How many calories, carbs, and protein are in each serving?
Each 60g serving contains about 110 kcal, 10g carbohydrates, and 3g protein. Carbohydrates account for around 36%, with fat contributing 53% of the total calories, making this adobo flavorful but not overly heavy.
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