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Enchilada Sauce

A rich and flavorful enchilada sauce, perfect for enhancing your favorite Mexican dishes.
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Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: enchilada sauce, Mexican sauce, homemade sauce, spicy sauce
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 50kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 can 15 oz tomato sauce
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add flour and stir for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
  • Mix in chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Cook for an additional minute, stirring continuously.
  • Slowly whisk in the tomato sauce to avoid lumps.
  • Gradually add vegetable broth, stirring well.
  • Bring the mixture to a simmer, allowing it to thicken.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat and let cool before using or storing.

Nutrition

Calories: 50kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Fiber: 1g