Chipotle Puree and Chayote Slaw Recipe

Name: Chipotle Puree and Chayote Slaw
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup canola oil plus additional for cooking; 1 red onion, roughly chopped; 2 tablespoons chipotle in adobo; 2 limes, juiced; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 teaspoon minced sage; Salt and black pepper to taste; 1 lemon, juiced; 2 limes, juiced; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1/4 cup grapeseed oil (or sunflower); 3 peeled chayote, julienned; 1 tablespoon chopped chives; Salt and black pepper to taste

Servings: persons

1/2 cup canola oil plus additional for cooking
1 red onion, roughly chopped
2 tablespoons chipotle in adobo
2 limes, juiced
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon minced sage
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 lemon, juiced
2 limes, juiced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup grapeseed oil (or sunflower)
3 peeled chayote, julienned
1 tablespoon chopped chives
Salt and black pepper to taste

1
In a skillet coated lightly with oil, brown the onions and season.
2
Add the juice, chipotles, sugar and sage.
3
Cook for 3 to 4 minutes then transfer to a blender.
4
Blend on high speed and drizzle in the oil.
5
Check for seasoning.
6
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the juices and mustard.
7
Whisk in oil and season.
8
Toss with chayote and chives.
9
Season with salt and pepper..
10
This should be done 10 minutes prior to serving.
11
PLATING On a plate, slice open tamale, and push open.
12
Ladle on some short ribs and top with slaw.
13
Drizzle sauce around.
14
Drink Recommendations Rombauer, Merlot, Napa Valley, 1996 Domaine des Aubuisieres, Vouvray, 1998 Shanghai Beer

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup canola oil plus additional for cooking, 1 red onion, roughly chopped, 2 tablespoons chipotle in adobo, 2 limes, juiced, and more.

Yes, Chipotle Puree and Chayote Slaw falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chipotle Puree and Chayote Slaw

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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