After opening your can of chipotle peppers transfer any leftovers to an airtight container and keep in the refrigerator for a month. Mix it with mayo and sour cream for a subtly smoky crema to drizzle over tacos, or use it to spice up ketchup with bittersweet orange juice.

Try this smoky-sweet pork loin with orange and brown sugar, or these smoky and spicy pork ribs, where the chipotle's intensity is mellowed out by apricots.The spiciness of chipotles flavor leftover roast turkey (or chicken) for the most delicious sandwich filling. Whilst they aren’t tougue-numbing-blow-your-head-off spicy, they still need to be handle with care and it is important not to get carried away with the amount. Serrano peppers are a nice choice for a medium level heat, but if you're looking for extra spicy, go with a habanero pepper or two, or even the fiery ghost pepper. The simplest way to describe the chipotle peppers you'll find in adobo sauce is smoked and dried jalapeños that have been rehydrated. There are brown chipotle peppers (like in my pictures below) and there are red (or black) chipotle peppers.

Chipotles in adobo are smoked and dried jalapeños rehydrated and canned in a sweet and tangy purée of tomato, vinegar, garlic, and some other spices, for a ruddy sauce that packs wicked heat but with plenty of balance and body. If you are making Mexican inspired dishes, the chances are that Chipotles in Adobo would make a great addition. The word "chipotle" translates to "smoked chili" in Nahuatl, and adobo refers to the bright and flavorful sauce.We are using chipotle morita, as mentioned above, and here in the UK, you can easily get them online. Chipotle chillies can also be added to cream cheese to make a delicious appetiser dip for a Mexican fiesta or party.