Learn how to make easy and delicious Enchilada Sauce that comes together in just ten minutes.
Servings : 8
Prep Time 5 minutesmins
Cook Time 10 minutesmins
Resting Time 20 minutesmins
Total Time 15 minutesmins
Ingredients
3tablespoonsvegetable oil
2½tablespoonsall-purpose flour
2tablespoonschili powder
1teaspoonpaprika
1teaspoonground cumin
2cupswater or chicken broth
1can (8 ounces)tomato sauce
1tablespoontomato paste
½teaspoononion powder
½teaspoongarlic powder
⅛teaspoonground cinnamon
¼teaspoonsalt
¼teaspoonfresh ground black pepper
Instructions
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Whisk in the flour, chili powder, paprika, and cumin. Cook for 1 minute while constantly whisking.
Add 1/2 cup water and whisk until it all turns into a thick paste.
Pour in the rest of the water (or chicken broth), tomato sauce, tomato paste, onion powder, garlic powder, ground cinnamon, salt, and pepper; whisk until thoroughly combined.
Bring the mixture to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low and continue to cook for 5 minutes or until the sauce thickens; whisk frequently.
If sauce is too thick for your liking, add a bit more water or broth to thin it out.
Taste for seasonings and adjust accordingly.
Remove from heat; let cool before storing away.
Store in an airtight container or a jar; keep in the fridge for 1 week.
Notes
Storage: Any leftover enchilada sauce can be safely stored in the fridge for up to a week, or consider freezing it for up to 3 months. Let the sauce cool to room temperature before putting it in a mason jar. Leave some space at the top for the sauce to expand, and avoid fully tightening the lid until it's completely frozen. Alternatively, you could use a freezer bag; squeeze out any excess air before sealing it.
Variations: While chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder remain key ingredients, feel free to alter the remaining spices in accordance with your taste preferences.
Nutritional info is an estimate and provided as courtesy. Values may vary according to the ingredients and tools used. Please use your preferred nutritional calculator for more detailed info.