I wasn't aware of this before, but chipotles are actually a dried, smoked variant of the jalapeño. See here. Somehow, they seem much spicier than a regular jalapeño to me. But what do I know? Soy solo un gringo loco.
Most products they slap a "chipotle" label on here don't really taste that much like the real thing. I'm happy with the flavor of this salsa. Authentico. The label claims it has a "slightly smoky taste," and it's not lying.
Fat free. And in theory, it'll raise your metabolism. Burn baby, burn. Try it with the Super Seeded Chips or the Soy and Flaxseed Chips.
Sonia and I each give it a 4. Bottom line: 8 out of 10.
Hi! Just found your blog. I'm excited to read through it. We've been dying for a Trader Joe's here in Texas, and recent rumor is that we are getting one or several coming soon! :) I'm going to check out the rest of your blog now.
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nicolle in fort worth, tx
We certainly hope you get your Trader Joe's down there in TX. Thanks for reading our blog!
ReplyDeleteI have a strict rule about where I'll live: There has to be a Trader Joe's and a Target within 25 miles. Once you get a Trader Joe's in Texas, you'll feel the same way. :)
ReplyDeleteI have a TJ within 2 miles and a Target that's even closer opening within a month. My wife and I are debating setting up a direct deposit of our paycheck account there.
ReplyDeleteLOVE this stuff. We keep it around for all sorts of recipes and general eating. Even the wife - with her low Scovill tolerance - will use this on chips and burritos.
ReplyDeleteBy "Authentico," I believe you mean "autentico" (no "h"). ;)
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DeleteIt's okay. The smokiness is an acquired taste. Good sodium numbers (40 mg per 2 Tbsp serving) compared with other salsas. I did have to spice mine up a bit.
ReplyDeleteThey discontinued this! We were so sad I that complained to TJ's. Anyone have a recipe to make or similar brand they buy? The TJ's garlic chipotle is not a good substitute, sadly.
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