Nut-Free Ranchero Sauce
Elevate your favorite dishes with this bold and flavorful Nut-Free Ranchero Sauce, a perfect companion for tacos, enchiladas, burrito bowls, and more! Packed with the smoky warmth of chipotle chili powder, ground cumin, and smoked paprika, this sauce is perfectly spiced without being overwhelming. Fresh jalapeño adds a touch of heat, while lime juice and cilantro bring brightness and zest to every bite. Made with simple pantry staples like canned diced tomatoes and olive oil, this sauce is quick to prepare, taking just 10 minutes of prep and simmering to perfection in 25 minutes. Plus, it’s completely nut-free, making it ideal for those with nut allergies. Serve it warm to top off your favorite Mexican-inspired meals or store it in the refrigerator to enjoy later. This easy homemade ranchero sauce recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 large garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium jalapeño pepper, seeds removed and chopped
- 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 large lime, juiced
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add finely chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and chopped jalapeño, and cook for another 2 minutes, until fragrant.
Add the canned diced tomatoes and their juices to the saucepan, along with 1 cup of water.
Stir in the chipotle chili powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
Using an immersion blender, puree the sauce until smooth, or leave it slightly chunky if preferred. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Stir in chopped fresh cilantro and lime juice.
Serve warm or let cool and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
715 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.2 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.1 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 2384 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.1 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.4 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.1 g | ||
| Protein | 11.6 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 371 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 2124 mg | 45% | |
*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.
