Chipotle Infused Olive Oil

Ways to Cook with Chipotle Infused Olive Oil

Chipotle Infused Olive Oil carries a smoky, spicy character built for the grill. Brush it over chicken before it hits the heat so the smokiness sets into the skin as it cooks. The same oil works into a steak marinade, giving red meat a deeper, chili-forward crust once it's seared.

Beyond the Grill

Chipotle Infused Olive Oil also stirs into salsa for a smokier base, or brushes onto pizza as a spicy finishing condiment before it leaves the oven. Toss warm potatoes in it straight out of the pot, or drizzle it over shrimp and warm beans for a quick weeknight side.

Where a Drizzle Finishes a Dish

• A spoonful stirred into a bowl of soup adds smoky heat right at the table.
• A finishing drizzle over pasta or grain bowls gives a simple dish a chili kick.
• A dip of crusty bread into Chipotle Infused Olive Oil turns it into a quick appetizer.

The chili character also makes Chipotle Infused Olive Oil a natural stir-in for a smoky mayo or aioli, spooned alongside grilled corn or fries. For more ideas, browse the recipe collection for inspiration. Chipotle Infused Olive Oil gets its heat through infusion; read more about how flavoured olive oils get their flavour.

Pairing Chipotle Infused Olive Oil with Balsamic Vinegars

Chipotle Infused Olive Oil brings smoky heat, so the vinegars that pair with it work best when they lean sweet or bright. Blood orange olive oil softens the chili edge with citrus, making the two good drizzled together over grilled seafood. Dark chocolate balsamic brings a rich sweetness that tames the smokiness, a combination that works well finishing a bowl of chili or a pulled pork sandwich.

Bright Contrasts

Lemon balsamic cuts through the oil's heat with acidity, brightening a marinade for grilled chicken or shrimp. Raspberry balsamic adds a sweet-tart contrast that suits a glaze for grilled steak or a dressing for a warm potato salad built around Chipotle Infused Olive Oil. Explore more oil and balsamic pairing combinations for additional ideas.

Using Chipotle Infused Olive Oil Hot or Cold

Chipotle Infused Olive Oil suits both a marinade that goes onto the heat and a finishing drizzle added after cooking. Used in a marinade for steak or chicken, the smokiness carries through cooking and deepens as the meat sears. Used raw as a finishing oil over soups, pasta, or grain dishes, the chili character stays sharper and more pronounced.

For dishes like salsa or a bean side, stir Chipotle Infused Olive Oil in once the dish has cooled slightly so the raw heat and smokiness stay forward rather than fading into the background.

Storing Chipotle Infused Olive Oil

Keep Chipotle Infused Olive Oil in a cool, dark cupboard away from the stove and direct sunlight. Heat and light both dull an infused oil's flavour faster than time alone, so a spot away from a sunny windowsill protects the chili character longer.

A bottle past its best will smell flat or dull rather than smoky, and the chili heat will taste muted rather than sharp. Chipotle Infused Olive Oil that still smells smoky and tastes spicy on the tongue is still at its peak.

Who Chipotle Infused Olive Oil Suits, and Gift Ideas

Chipotle Infused Olive Oil suits a home cook who already reaches for hot sauce or chili flakes and wants that same heat built into a pantry oil. It fits grilling season especially well, given how often it turns up in steak and chicken marinades. Anyone unsure about committing to a full bottle can try it first through a free sample before ordering.

Choosing a Size

The 200ml bottle suits a household testing Chipotle Infused Olive Oil for the first time in a few recipes. The 375ml bottle fits a kitchen that already marinates and grills regularly. The 750ml bottle suits a household cooking with it often, or splitting a bottle as part of a larger gift.

Gifting Chipotle Infused Olive Oil

A bottle of Chipotle Infused Olive Oil makes a fitting gift for anyone who cooks for a crowd around the grill, and it packs well into a broader gift set alongside a curated olive oil and balsamic gift pack. For businesses looking to send clients or staff something with a bit of heat, Nelson also handles corporate gift giving for client appreciation with custom quantities and branded packaging.

Common Questions About Chipotle Infused Olive Oil

What olive oil is used to make Chipotle Infused Olive Oil?

Chipotle Infused Olive Oil starts with UP Certified Extra Virgin Olive Oil as its base. The chili is infused into that base oil to build the smoky heat. This keeps its quality in line with Nelson's other ultra premium oils.

Does Chipotle Infused Olive Oil contain any additives?

No, Chipotle Infused Olive Oil is all natural with no artificial flavours or additional ingredients. The smoky heat comes only from the chipotle infusion itself.

Can I try Chipotle Infused Olive Oil in person before buying?

Yes, Nelson Olive Oil Co. runs a tasting room in Nelson, BC where visitors can sample the oil before buying. It's a straightforward way to check the heat level suits your taste before committing to a bottle.