Enchilada Sauce Recipe: Smoky and Spicy
Classic Red Enchilada Sauce with smoky, spicy flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp dried oregano
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Optional: Chili powder fresh cilantro
- Suggested Pairings: Enchiladas margarita
Instructions
- Heat oil in a saucepan, whisk in flour for 1–2 minutes.
- Add chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and oregano; cook for 30 seconds.
- Whisk in broth, tomato sauce, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
- Simmer for 10–12 minutes until thickened.
- Serve in a white ceramic bowl with chili powder, cilantro, enchiladas, and margarita.
Notes
- Use high-quality chili powder for the best flavor.
- Store in the fridge for 5 days or freeze for 3 months.
- Try gluten-free or spicy variations.
- Pair with tacos.