Chipotle Meatloaf

Chipotle Meatloaf

Glaze:

• 1 cup ketchup

• 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar

• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

• 1 canned chipotle in adobo sauce, minced, plus 2 teaspoons adobo sauce

• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Meatloaf

• 1 pound ground lamb or beef chuck 

• 1 pound ground turkey, dark meat preferred

• 3 garlic cloves, grated

• 2 large eggs, lightly whisked

• 2 minced anchovies

• 1 cup finely diced cheddar cheese

• 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs

• 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped

• 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt

• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

• 1 teaspoon ground cumin

• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder

• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

• Chopped fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Preparation

Heat the oven to 350 degrees F.

Combine the sauce ingredients in a bowl and whisk to blend.

Combine the meatloaf ingredients and 2 tablespoons of the sauce in a large bowl. Using your hands, mix the ingredients to thoroughly combine without overworking the meat.

Shape the meat into a loaf about 9 inches long and 5 inches wide. Place the loaf in the center of a baking dish or on a rimmed baking sheet lined with foil or parchment.

Transfer to the oven and cook the meatloaf for 45 minutes. Brush with some of the sauce, then continue to cook until the center of the meat registers 160 degrees with a meat thermometer, about 15 minutes more.

Remove the meatloaf from the oven. Tent with foil and let rest for 10 to 15 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter. Baste with additional sauce and garnish with cilantro. Slice and serve with any remaining sauce on the side.

Adapted from an internet recipe

Urban Cowgill October 2024