Red Enchilada Sauce Recipe
User Reviews
4.4
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Prep Time
2 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
12 mins
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Servings
3 cups
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Calories
176 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Mexican
Red Enchilada Sauce Recipe
Description
The sauce begins by heating neutral oil and combining tomato paste and flour with a blend of cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and chili powder to form a flavorful paste. Slowly whisking in vegetable or chicken broth creates a smooth sauce that thickens as it gently simmers. The mixture is seasoned with kosher salt and black pepper to balance flavors. This sauce offers a well-rounded base, suitable for enchiladas and similar dishes.
The spice level is moderate, but can be adjusted by adding extra chili powder, cayenne pepper, or hot sauce for those who prefer heat. The sauce can be served immediately or stored for later use.
This recipe is versatile for use in casseroles or other Mexican-inspired dishes requiring a tomato-based sauce with a subtle kick and smoky aroma.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons neutral oil
- 1/3 cup tomato paste
- 1/4 cup flour
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 3 cups vegetable broth low sodium, or chicken broth
- 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt coarse
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Heat the oil over medium heat in a medium saucepan. When hot, add the tomato paste, flour, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder and chili powder. Whisk until a paste forms.
- Pour in the broth and whisk until smooth. Increase the heat and continue to whisk until the sauce starts to thicken and provide resistance. Season with the salt and pepper, bring to a very low simmer.
- Reduce heat as soon as you see bubbles and serve or store.
- If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings.
Notes
- Adjust spice level by adding more chili powder, cayenne pepper, or hot sauce to suit your taste.
- The sauce can be refrigerated or stored for later use once cooled.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 176 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 176kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 1022mg | 43% |
| Potassium | 434mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 440IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 19.6mg | 22% |
| Calcium | 32mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2.4mg | 13% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.4
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