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Enchilada Sauce Recipe

This homemade enchilada sauce is rich, flavorful, and easy to make. Perfect for your enchiladas!
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 50 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoon flour
  • 4 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste

Instructions 

  1. Heat the oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
  3. Add the chili powder, garlic powder, oregano, and cumin. Cook for another minute.
  4. Gradually add the chicken broth, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
  5. Add the salt and tomato paste. Stir to combine.
  6. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes, until thickened.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 50kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Sodium: 500mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Enchilada Sauce
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