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    Enchilada Sauce (So Quick and Tasty!)

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    Enchilada Sauce Recipe.

    Learn how to make Mexican enchilada sauce from scratch. It's a restaurant-quality sauce that is better than the canned enchilada products. It is so easy to make you should always have some in your refrigerator.

    Homemade Enchilada Sauce Recipe

    Are you planning to make an enchilada but forgot to purchase a canned enchilada sauce from the store? Try this homemade enchilada sauce recipe instead.

    Enchiladas are one of my favorite Mexican foods to enjoy when out visiting a Mexican restaurant.

    It's usually made with corn tortillas that are rolled around a filling and covered with a smoky and savory sauce. You can fill the corn tortillas with any type of meat, bean, or cheese that you'd like. The taste of your enchiladas will shine if you use the right enchilada sauce for it.

    homemade enchilada sauce recipe..

    So today, I am going to show you how I make my own homemade enchilada sauce at home. You can use this red enchilada sauce to make delicious enchiladas with any type of meat of your choice, such as this Chicken Enchiladas or Beef Enchiladas.

    beef enchiladas recipe.

    Ingredients

    This homemade enchilada sauce contains fresh red bell pepper, New Mexico chili pepper, tomato sauce, chicken broth, cumin, garlic, flour, and a pinch of salt and black pepper.  It has a mild flavor but can be easily adjusted to your liking.

    ingredients for red enchilada sauce

    New Mexico chili pepper is made of dried chilies that are grown in, you guessed it, New Mexico. It has a moderate heat, is subtly sweet, and has a slightly smoky flavor. It makes a wonderful ingredient to add depth and complex flavors to sauces, stews, chilies, and meat.

    New Mexico chili pepper is widely available at any grocery market. It's sold in small packages for around $1.99 per 4 oz. 

    enchilada sauce.

    How to Make Enchilada Sauce from Scratch

    Making your own enchilada sauce from scratch is very easy and quick. It's done in one pot and can be ready in about 15 minutes.

    So here are some important steps to follow.

    Step 1. Cook the Fresh and Aromatic Vegetables

    In a medium-sized saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the diced red peppers, onions, and garlic. Keep stirring until soft and tender for about 2 minutes.

    aromatic vegetables.

    Step 2. Add the Dried Spices

    Add cumin, chili powder, and keep stirring for about 1-2 minutes. Add flour and stir for 1 minute. 

    homemade Mexican sauce.

    Step 3. Add the Liquid Ingredients

    Add broth, keep stirring until the liquid is thickened. Stir in the tomato sauce and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the sauce reduces to 2¼ cups. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and black pepper if necessary.

    Mexican sauce.

    FAQ and Cooking Tips

    How spicy the enchilada sauce is?

    This enchilada sauce has a mild flavor but you can adjust the level of spiciness by adding a small amount of cayenne pepper.

    What is the serving size of this enchilada sauce recipe?

    You'll get about 2¼ cups of enchilada sauce per recipe (enough for baking enchiladas in a 9x13 inch pan).

    Can I use regular chili powder instead of New Mexico chili powder?

    It's not recommended but if that's the only thing available in your pantry, feel free to use it.

    How long can you keep enchilada sauce in the fridge?

    Store the leftover enchilada sauce in an airtight container. Properly stored, the enchilada sauce can last 5-7 days in the fridge or up to 3 months in the freezer.

    How do you reheat enchilada sauce?

    Pour sauce into a saucepan. Add a small amount of water then bring the sauce to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the sauce is warm and thickened.

    red enchilada sauce.

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    homemade enchilada sauce recipe..
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    Enchilada Sauce Recipe

    Rika
    Easy enchilada sauce recipe. It's a restaurant-quality sauce that is better than the canned enchilada products. It's made with easy ingredients that you can find in your pantry.
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Course sauce
    Cuisine Mexican
    Servings 2 cups
    Calories 348 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • ¼ cup canola oil
    • ¼ cup diced red bell pepper
    • ¼ cup diced onion
    • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
    • 2 teaspoon ground cumin
    • 3 tablespoon New Mexico chili powder
    • 2 tablespoon flour
    • 1½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
    • 8 oz tomato sauce
    • ¼ teaspoon salt, (add more according to your liking)

    Instructions
     

    • In a medium-sized saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the diced red peppers, onions, and garlic. Cook and keep stirring until soft and tender for about 2 minutes.
    • Add cumin, chili powder, and keep stirring for about 1-2 minutes. Add flour and stir for 1 minute. 
    • Add broth, keep stirring until the liquid is thickened. Add tomato sauce and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the sauce reduces to 2¼ cups. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt if necessary.
    • Allow the sauce to cool slightly. Use a blender to puree the sauce until smooth.

    Notes

    Store the leftover enchilada sauce in an airtight container. Properly stored, the enchilada sauce can last 5-7 days in the fridge or up to 3 months in the freezer.
    Use this red sauce to make this chicken enchiladas or beef enchiladas

    Nutrition

    Calories: 348kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 8gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gTrans Fat: 1gSodium: 1014mgPotassium: 791mgFiber: 6gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 4141IUVitamin C: 31mgCalcium: 84mgIron: 5mg
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