Homemade Enchilada Sauce
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5.0
81 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
14 ounces
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Calories
41 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Mexican
Homemade Enchilada Sauce
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This homemade enchilada sauce adds the best flavor to homemade enchiladas, soups, tacos, and more! It's freezer-friendly and so much better than a can!
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Ingredients
Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- ½ teaspoon EACH: garlic powder, onion powder, cumin
- 1 pinch cinnamon
Enchilada Sauce
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- ½ teaspoon honey
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar or distilled white vinegar
Instructions
- Combine the seasonings and flour in a small bowl.
- Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour mixture and whisk with a fork until it’s the consistency of wet sand, about 1 minute.
- Stir in the tomato paste and honey. Cook for 1 minute. Add the chicken broth in small splashes, stirring continuously.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Simmer until your desired thickness/consistency is obtained, about 5 minutes or so.
- Remove from heat, stir in the vinegar. The sauce will continue to thicken upon standing.
Notes
- Pro Tips:
- Storage:
- Nutritional information is an estimate and is per ounce. This recipe makes 14 ounces.
- This recipe makes 14 ounces and is perfect for making Beef Enchiladas, Chicken Enchiladas, Chicken Enchilada Soup, Taco Soup, Taco Lasagna, and more!
- Cinnamon is optional, but adds a subtle depth of flavor.
- A pinch of cayenne or a 1-2 teaspoons of hot sauce can be used for added kick.
- Be sure to whisk throughout cooking for a smooth, uniform consistency. You can also pour it through a fine mesh strainer after cooking for the smoothest possible results.
- Feel free to add up to 1/4 cup of heavy cream or half and half to your enchilada sauce once it's removed from the heat. It adds a little something "extra"!
- Be sure to try my homemade salsa and guacamole recipes next!
- Store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 5 months.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
41kcal
(2%)
Carbohydrates
3g
(1%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
3g
(5%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Sodium
160mg
(7%)
Potassium
72mg
(2%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
374IU
(7%)
Vitamin C
3mg
(3%)
Calcium
7mg
(1%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 14ounces
Amount Per Serving
Calories 41 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 41kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 160mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 72mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 374IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 7mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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5.0
81 reviews
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