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Red Enchilada Sauce

This Red Enchilada Sauce is a flavorful addition to enchiladas, tacos, and burritos. Made from scratch with fresh ingredients, it’s creamy and inviting.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: About 3 cups 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 (15-ounce) cans tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon Mexican oregano
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  • Whisk in flour and cook for about one minute.
  • Slowly pour in chicken broth while whisking continuously.
  • Add tomato sauce and spices; mix well.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for about five minutes.
  • Cool to room temperature and store in an airtight container.

Notes

Adjust spice levels to your taste preference.
For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.
This sauce can be refrigerated for up to a week.

  • Author: Jesseca
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Calories: 70
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 300
  • Fat: 5
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4.5
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 6
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 1
  • Cholesterol: 0