How to Make Enchilada Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Enchiladas are a beloved Mexican dish that have captured the hearts (and appetites) of people all over the world. One of the key components of a delicious enchilada is the rich and flavorful sauce that envelops the tortillas and fillings. Homemade enchilada sauce is a game-changer when it comes to elevating the taste of your enchiladas, and luckily, it's incredibly easy to make from scratch.

Enchilada sauce typically consists of a base of tomatoes, spices, and sometimes a blend of chi...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • ¼ cup New Mexico or California chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons self-rising flour
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion salt
  • salt to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 11 mins
  • Total Time: 21 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in chili powder and flour, reduce heat to medium, and cook until fragrant and deepened in color, stirring constantly to prevent the flour from burning, about 1 minute.
  • Gradually stir in water, tomato sauce, cumin, garlic powder, and onion salt until smooth. Continue cooking over medium heat until thickened slightly, about 10 minutes. Season with salt.
  • Enjoy!
  • Nutrition

    116 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 408mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 7g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 31mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 232mg