Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce
Description
La Morena Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce (800g Tin)
Bring authentic, smoky heat to your culinary creations with La Morena Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce. Sourced directly from Mexico, this iconic recipe combines smoke-dried jalapeño peppers (chipotles) with a rich marinade of tomatoes, vinegar, garlic, and Mexican spices.
Packaged in a generous 800g tin, this catering and enthusiast size is ideal for high-volume home cooks, meal preppers, and food service kitchens looking for deep umami flavor and balanced spiciness.
Key Benefits & Culinary Uses
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Authentic Mexican Flavor: Made in Mexico using traditional methods for a genuine balance of smoke, tang, and heat.
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Rich Adobo Sauce: The rich tomato-vinegar marinade can be used as a liquid flavor booster for sauces, marinades, and stews.
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Versatile Kitchen Hero: Blend into chipotle mayo, drop whole into chili or stews, or chop fine for taco fillings and BBQ glazes.
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Economical 800g Size: Perfect for batch cooking, entertaining, or meal prep.
Frequently Asked Questions (Google's Top Searches)
What are chipotle peppers in adobo sauce?
Chipotle peppers are red jalapeños that have been smoke-dried. In this classic Mexican staple, they are rehydrated and canned in adobo sauce—a tangy, savory sauce made from tomatoes, vinegar, garlic, onions, and authentic spices.
How spicy are La Morena Chipotle Peppers?
La Morena chipotles have a medium heat level (typically ranging between 2,500 to 8,000 Scoville Heat Units). The heat is accompanied by a rich, smoky sweetness, making them easy to adjust by using more or less of the pepper flesh versus the adobo sauce.
How do you use Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce in cooking?
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Creamy Sauces & Dips: Blend 1–2 peppers with mayo or sour cream for a quick chipotle dip.
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Slow Cooking & Stews: Add whole or chopped peppers directly into slow-cooked pork (carnitas), beef chili, or chicken tinga.
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Marinades & BBQ: Puree the peppers and sauce together to coat steaks, chicken wings, or ribs before grilling.
How should I store leftover chipotle peppers after opening the tin?
Once opened, transfer the remaining peppers and adobo sauce out of the metal tin and into an airtight glass or plastic container. Keep refrigerated and consume within 3 to 4 weeks.
Can you freeze La Morena Chipotle Peppers?
Yes! Freezing is an excellent way to preserve leftover chipotles:
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Puree the peppers and adobo sauce together, then pour into an ice cube tray and freeze.
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Once frozen into individual cubes, transfer them to a freezer bag. Drop 1 or 2 cubes directly into your cooking whenever a recipe calls for a smoky kick.
Frequently asked questions
Shipping & delivery
Sydney Metro: Free local delivery on orders over $150; $9.95 for orders under $150.
Same-day delivery is available within Sydney Metro — call (02) 9906 8990 for a same-day rate.
Rest of NSW & Australia: shipped via Australia Post, calculated at checkout by weight and destination.
Click & Collect: free pickup from 43 Carlotta St, Artarmon during store hours (Mon–Fri 9–5, Sat 9–1).
Delivery times: Sydney 1–2 business days; the rest of Australia up to about a week, subject to Australia Post.
Frozen, chilled and bakery items are pickup only and cannot be shipped.
Can I order in bulk or wholesale?
Yes — many of our lines are available in bulk. For larger or wholesale quantities, call us on (02) 9906 8990 or email sales@ocf.net.au.
Are your products organic or locally sourced?
We stock a wide range of organic and locally sourced products, though not everything — we specialise in imported international goods that are hard to find in Australia.
What is your return/refund policy?
Because we sell food, returns are only available if there is a genuine problem with a product, at management’s discretion within 7 days of purchase. We can’t accept returns for change of mind.
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