Easy Red Enchilada Sauce
A quick and delicious homemade red enchilada sauce, perfect for enchiladas, burritos, and tacos. Elevate your Mexican dishes with this savory and customizable sauce.
Ingredients
Base ingredients
- 2 Tbsp cooking oil
- 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour You can substitute with whole wheat flour.
- 2 Tbsp chili powder Adjust based on spice preference.
- 2 cups water
- 3 oz. tomato paste
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper Reduce for a milder sauce.
- 3/4 tsp salt or pepper (to taste) Start with 1/2 tsp and adjust as needed.
Instructions
Cooking the Sauce
- Add the cooking oil, flour, and chili powder to a sauce pot. Turn the heat on to medium and whisk the ingredients together.
- Continue to whisk as the mixture begins to bubble. Whisk and cook the mixture for one minute once it begins bubbling.
- After one minute, whisk in the water, tomato paste, cumin, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Allow the sauce to come up to a simmer. Once it reaches a simmer, it will begin to thicken slightly.
- Starting with a 1/2 teaspoon, add salt to taste. The sauce is now ready to use!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for up to three months. Adjust spices for a milder or spicier flavor. You can add chopped onions or bell peppers for added texture and flavor.