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Red Enchilada Sauce

Homemade Red Enchilada Sauce You’ll Love in Just 15 Minutes

Quick and easy red enchilada sauce ready in just 15 minutes, healthier and packed with flavor, perfect for any dish.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can substitute with avocado oil or coconut oil
  • 2 tablespoons flour consider using all-purpose, whole wheat, or gluten-free flour
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder select your favorite brand
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder can use freshly minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt adjust according to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth for a vegan option
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Equipment

  • Large saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Quick and Easy Red Enchilada Sauce
  1. In a medium bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons of flour with 2 tablespoons of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, ½ teaspoon of salt, and ¼ teaspoon of ground black pepper.
  2. Preheat a large saucepan over medium heat for about 2 minutes, then add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and swirl to coat.
  3. Add the flour-spice mixture to the saucepan, stirring continuously for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Mix in 2 tablespoons of tomato paste and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  5. Gradually whisk in 2 cups of chicken broth.
  6. Let the sauce simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar.
  8. Serve immediately or allow to cool for storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This sauce freezes well in airtight containers for up to 3 months.

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