Looking for a Substitute for Chipotle Rub? Here's Some Helpful Advice!

[Jan Lewis]

Does anyone know of a homemade substitute for the Chipotle Rub? For example, in the Greek Cheese Torta recipe, they give spices and amounts to use instead of the Greek Rub. Is there a similar recipe for the Chipotle Rub? Thanks!

 

[Trish in Texas]

Chipotle is really ripened (turned red) jalapeno that has been roasted or smoked. If you can't find a jar or can of roasted jalapenos, you could make your own. Take jalapenos, allow to ripen. Then, roast in oven or over a gas grill.

Trish in Texas
Independent Consultant

 

[c00p]

I've actually substituted the Southwest seasoning for the chipotle - it's not the same taste, but it's a close 2nd.

 

[ChefBeckyD]

I've actually substituted the Southwest seasoning for the chipotle - it's not the same taste, but it's a close 2nd.

This is what I do too. It's not quite as smoky tasting, but still good.

 

[AnnieBee]

For the chicken tortilla soup that I made last night, I substituted about 1/2 cup salsa and 1/4 taco seasoning, because I don't have that rub. But that was also because I didn't have tomatos with chilis, just plain. Anyway, I just mention it in case this is the recipe you are thinking about doing . I kind of meant to add some southwestern seasoning too, but forgot, and also wanted to keep it mild for my kids. DH and I added a bunch more salsa to our soup. YUM!

 

[Yakmama]

There's a recipe that says you can substitute taco seasoning (I forget where I saw it).

 

[byrd1956]

Glad I saw this......thought I had the Chipotle Rub for Wednesday's night's show, I think the Southwest seasoning mix will have to do. Thanks for sharing the advice.