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Red Enchilada Sauce

Eric’s Ultimate Red Enchilada Sauce

Red enchilada sauce is a staple in Mexican cuisine, known for its deep, complex flavors and versatility. Traditionally, red enchilada sauce is made with a combination of dried chilies, tomatoes, and a variety of spices. The sauce can be red or green, depending on the ingredients used. Red enchilada sauce, like the one we’re making today, typically includes tomatoes and red chili powder, giving it a vibrant color and a slightly sweet, smoky flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Course Sauce
Cuisine American, Mexican
Servings 3
Calories 192 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can 14 oz of San Marzano tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 1/4 cup chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 tablespoon oregano
  • 1 cup vegetable broth

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Infuse the Oil Heat the avocado oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chili powder and allow it to heat up and infuse for about 8 minutes on low heat. This step is crucial as it helps to release the flavors of the chili powder, giving your red enchilada sauce a rich, deep flavor.
  • Step 2: Blend the Tomatoes While the chili powder is infusing, blend or pulse the San Marzano tomatoes with a stick blender or regular blender until smooth. San Marzano tomatoes are known for their sweet flavor and low acidity, making them a perfect base for this red enchilada sauce.
  • Step 3: Combine Ingredients Add the blended tomatoes, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, oregano, and a pinch of salt to the saucepan with the infused oil. Stir well to combine and let the mixture simmer for about 6 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
  • Step 4: Add the Broth Gradually add the vegetable broth to the saucepan, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Bringing the sauce to a boil, then reducing the heat to a simmer, will help thicken the red enchilada sauce. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes until it reaches your desired consistency.
  • Step 5: Final Touches Once the sauce has thickened, taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Your Custom Red Enchilada Sauce is now ready to use!

Notes

Eric’s Ultimate Red Enchilada Sauce

Nutrition

Calories: 192kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 5gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 657mgPotassium: 743mgFiber: 9gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 6212IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 151mgIron: 7mg
Keyword Red Enchilada Sauce
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