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Enchilada Sauce

Transform your meals with this flavorful homemade enchilada sauce, a versatile staple that enhances any Mexican dish. Whether you’re making classic enchiladas, zesty tacos, or a delightful dipping sauce, this easy-to-follow recipe will elevate your culinary creations. Made from simple pantry ingredients, this sauce allows you to customize the heat and spices to match your preference. With minimal preparation time and straightforward cooking steps, you’ll have a rich and delicious sauce ready to impress family and friends in no time. Dive into the world of vibrant flavors and make every meal extraordinary!

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: About 2 cups (serves approximately 8) 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Gather all ingredients on a clean workspace.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
  4. Add the spice mixture to the warm oil and stir for about one minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the tomato sauce and stir well to combine all ingredients.
  6. Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes to meld flavors.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: ¼ cup (60g)
  • Calories: 80
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: - For added heat, include diced jalapeños or cayenne pepper. - Store leftover sauce in an airtight container for up to one week in the refrigerator or freeze for up to three months.