Perfect Pairings & Recipes for
Chipotle Chilli

Analysing hundreds of thousands of recipes uncovers chipotle chilli's optimal flavour pairings.

Chipotle chilli is defined by the unmistakable flavours of chilli and smoke, but beneath its sweetness lies a complex symphony of subtle flavour notes, such as hickory, caramel, and burnt, that give it remarkable depth. The key to finding the perfect pairing for chipotle chilli is understanding how these notes harmonise.

To map these harmonies, we analysed thousands of ingredients, breaking each one down across 150 flavour dimensions, identifying which notes complement and contrast. Our analysis reveals, for example, how white sesame seed's sesamic tones ground chipotle chilli, and how sesame seed's sesamic notes create a surprising synergy with its fiery sensation.

An ingredient's flavour comes from its core characteristics, like spice, maillard, and woody, combined with its unique aroma notes (outer bars). When pairing ingredients, aim to include a broad variety of core characteristics for a balanced dish. And choose aroma notes that complement each other for a harmonious combination.

The Secret Language of Flavour

To understand exactly which flavours harmonise, we compiled a database of over 50,000 ingredient pairings commonly used in cooking. We then analysed these pairings, identifying the specific flavour notes that frequently appear together.

Our analysis reveals a strong connection between chilli and sesame flavours. Since chipotle chilli has a distinct hot flavour, try pairing it with the sesame flavours of sesame seed.

The recipes below provide inspiration for pairing chipotle chilli with sesame seed.

Harmonious Flavours Of Chipotle Chilli

Just as our analysis showed that chilli and sesame notes are harmonious, we can identify the full profile of flavours that harmonise with each of the notes present in chipotle chilli. For instance, the smoky notes of chipotle chilli are strongly associated with butyric and corn-like flavours.

The accents associated with the various accents of chipotle chilli can be seen highlighted in the pink bars below.

Matching Flavour Profiles

The flavour profile of white sesame seed offers many of the accents complementary to chipotle chilli, including sesame and hazelnut notes. Because the flavour profile of white sesame seed has many of the of the features that are complementary to chipotle chilli, they are likely to pair very well together.

The chart above shows the unique profile of white sesame seed across 150 dimensions of flavour, while the recipes below offer inspiration for bringing these flavours together with chipotle chilli.

Recipes That Pair Chipotle Chilli With White Sesame Seed

Linked Flavour Notes

Looking at the aroma accents that are most strongly associated with the various flavours of chipotle chilli, we can identify other ingredients that are likely to pair well.

The left side of the chart above highlights the aroma notes of chipotle chilli, along with the complementary aromas associated with each note. While the right side shows some of the ingredients that share many of the aromas complementary to chipotle chilli.

Harmonies Of Chipotle Chilli

Chipotle chilli offers a range of distinct flavour notes, each with its own set of harmonising partners. Capsaicin notes pair especially well with ingredients that have the roasted aroma of sesame and the bright spice of coriander. While smoky tones complement butyric acid notes and corn's grainy sweetness. Here, we explore the many flavours that resonate with each note of Chipotle chilli, revealing abundant possibilities for creative pairing.

Each Chord Connects Two Harmonising Flavour Notes

What To Drink With Chipotle Chilli

The flint notes in sauvignon blanc (loire valley) make it a perfect pairing with chipotle chilli. Likewise, the flint flavours in pouilly fumé create a match made in heaven. Explore a variety of ingredients below that beautifully complement the unique character of chipotle chilli below.