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Homemade Enchilada Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: Sky
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Makes about 1¾ cups (serves 4)
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

This homemade enchilada sauce is a rich, flavorful, and easy-to-make red sauce perfect for enhancing your favorite Mexican dishes. Made with simple pantry staples like chili powder, cumin, and tomato sauce, it simmers to a smooth, thick consistency that's ideal for enchiladas, tacos, or as a dipping sauce.

Ingredients

Enchilada Sauce Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons chili powder, to taste
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1½ cups vegetable broth

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil and flour: In a small saucepan over medium heat, warm the avocado oil. Add the all-purpose flour and whisk continuously for 1 minute to form a roux, which will help thicken the sauce.
  2. Add spices: Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, sea salt, and dried oregano. Whisk together and cook for an additional minute to toast the spices and enhance their flavors.
  3. Add liquids: Slowly pour in the tomato sauce followed by the vegetable broth while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Continue whisking until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
  4. Simmer to thicken: Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for 12 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce will thicken during cooking and will continue to thicken as it cools.
  5. Finish and use: Once thickened to your liking, remove from heat. The enchilada sauce is now ready to be used in any recipe calling for red enchilada sauce, such as enchiladas or as a flavorful topping or dip.

Notes

  • You can adjust the chili powder quantity based on your preferred spice level.
  • The sauce thickens further upon cooling, so don’t over-thicken it on the stove.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Use vegetable broth to keep the sauce vegetarian and vegan-friendly.
  • If you prefer a smoother sauce, strain it after cooking.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Sauces
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Find it online: https://skysrecipes.com/homemade-enchilada-sauce-recipe/