Red Enchilada Sauce
Are you a Mexican cuisine lover? Check out the article to learn how to prepare the red enchilada sauce. Then, you can prepare various Mexican cuisines easily at home.
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Ingredients
- 6-8 Dried Chiles Such as Ancho, Guajillo, and Pasilla
- 2 Tablespoons Tomato Paste
- 2 Minced Garlic
- 1 Chopped Onion
- 1 Cumin
- 1 Teaspoon Mexican Oregano
- 2 Cups Chicken or Vegetable Broth
- 1 Teaspoon Salt
- ½ Teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 Tablespoon Vegetable Oil
Instructions
- Prepare the chilies by removing stems and seeds. Toast the chilies for 2 minutes, then soak the dried chilies into hot water for about 15 minutes. Drain extra water and put the soft chilies into a bowl
- Sauté the chopped onion and garlic until fragrant
- Then, blend the chilies to make a smooth paste
- Now, add sautéed onion & garlic, tomato paste, cumin, black pepper, oregano, a pinch of salt, and 2 cups of broth into the blender. Blend for 5 minutes until you get a smooth mixture
- Pour the solution into a saucepan and simmer for about 15 minutes. Stir the mixture throughout the process
- After getting the desired consistency the sauce is ready. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary
- Lastly, serve the sauce to enjoy Mexican dishes
- You can also store the leftover sauce in an airtight container in a fridge
Nutrition
Calories: 30kcal