Easy Red Enchilada Sauce
Transform your homemade Mexican dishes with this rich and flavorful Easy Red Enchilada Sauce that comes together in just 15 minutes! Crafted with pantry staples like chili powder, cumin, and tomato paste, this recipe delivers a bold, authentic taste without any complicated steps. A quick roux of vegetable oil and flour creates the perfect base, while the addition of chicken or vegetable broth ensures a silky-smooth consistency. Simmered to perfection, this versatile sauce is ideal for draping over enchiladas, tacos, or even as a dip. Make it ahead of time and store it in the fridge for added convenience. Say goodbye to store-bought versions and discover how simple it is to whip up an irresistibly delicious enchilada sauce from scratch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 3 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 2 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
Add the all-purpose flour and whisk constantly for about 1-2 minutes until the mixture is lightly golden and smells slightly nutty. This creates a roux for thickening the sauce.
Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, and dried oregano, whisking vigorously to prevent clumping. Cook for an additional 30 seconds to release the spices’ flavors.
Add the tomato paste and whisk to combine. The mixture will be thick at this stage.
Gradually pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, whisking constantly to smooth out any lumps.
Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to your desired consistency.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust seasonings as needed for your preferred flavor.
Remove from heat and let the sauce cool slightly before using. Use immediately as a topping for enchiladas, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
462 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.2 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3341 mg | 145% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.4 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.2 g | ||
| Protein | 7.7 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 80 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 681 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
