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Enchilada Sauce Recipe

Jen Schall
How do you turn a simple Mexican meal into a delicious one? It's as easy as following these enchilada sauce recipe instructions...
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 5 1 cup
Calories 259 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 6 ounces All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 1/2 cups Low Sodium Chicken Broth
  • 28 ounces Tomato Sauce
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Cumin
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Ancho Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • serving Kosher Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Chipotle Chili Powder
  • dash of Black Pepper

Instructions
 

  • Combine the butter and olive oil in a saucepan over medium-low heat.
  • Once the butter has just melted, add the garlic and cook for 2 - 3 minutes, until the garlic is fragrant.
  • Sprinkle the flour into the pan, and whisk to form a paste.
  • Cook the flour mixture (called a roux) for another 2 - 3 minutes, until it turns a golden brown color.
  • Gradually add the broth to the pan, whisking continuously to incorporate the liquid and break up any lumps.
  • Increase the heat to medium-high, and continue whisking until the mixture comes to a boil (4 - 5 minutes).
  • You will notice that the sauce will start to thicken. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the tomato sauce and spices.
  • Continue to simmer for about 10 - 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce should be thick and smooth.
  • Remove from the heat, taste, and adjust the seasonings. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 259kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 143mgSugar: 6g
Keyword Dinners, Mexican, New Mom in the Kitchen, Sauces
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