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

Enchiladas are a classic Tex-Mex dish that has been enjoyed for generations, and one of the key components that makes them so delicious is the enchilada sauce. Texas Enchilada Sauce is a rich and flavorful sauce that adds depth and complexity to any enchilada dish. Made with a combination of dried chilies, tomatoes, and spices, this sauce is the perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and tanginess.

There are many different variations of enchilada sauce, but the Texas version is known for ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 (6.5 ounce) cans tomato sauce
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • ⅓ cup chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 onion, minced
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 7
  • Yield: 6 to 8 servings

  • In a medium saucepan combine tomato sauce, crushed tomatoes, chili powder, oregano, paprika, cumin, pepper, salt and garlic. Cover and cook over medium heat.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Saute onion for about 4 minutes; stir into sauce. Cook sauce for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in bell pepper and cook 10 more minutes.
  • Nutrition

    100 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 4mg
    • Sodium: 582mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 32mg
    • Calcium: 87mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 710mg