Name: Red Enchilada Sauce
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, finely minced; 1 (6 ounce) can tomato sauce; 1/4 cup your favorite salsa (mild, medium, or hot, depending on your preference); 2 1/2 teaspoons chili powder; 1 teaspoon minced onion; 1 teaspoon dried parsley; 1/2 teaspoon dried basil; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/8 teaspoon salt, or to taste; 1 1/2 cups water

Unleash a symphony of Southwestern flavors with this vibrant red enchilada sauce. A harmonious blend of spices simmers to create a rich, unforgettable sauce, perfect for smothering your enchiladas and elevating your Mexican feasts.

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01 Step

Recipe View 1 mins In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. (1 minute)

02 Step

Recipe View 2 mins Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, being careful not to burn. (1-2 minutes)

03 Step

Recipe View 2 mins Stir in the tomato sauce, salsa, chili powder, minced onion, dried parsley, dried basil, dried oregano, ground cumin, black pepper, and salt. (2 minutes)

04 Step

Recipe View 1 mins Pour in the water and stir well to combine all ingredients. (1 minute)

05 Step

Recipe View 15 mins Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer gently, allowing the flavors to meld. (15-20 minutes)

For a smokier flavor, add 1/4 teaspoon of smoked paprika.
Adjust the amount of chili powder to control the heat level.
Freshly minced garlic is recommended for the best flavor.
This sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
For a smoother sauce, use an immersion blender to blend after simmering.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 928 Ratings)

Total Reviews: (4)

Lily Hills
Nov 8, 2024
Easy to follow and the sauce was packed with flavor. My enchiladas were a hit!
Fredy Paucek
Mar 4, 2023
I didn't have all the dried herbs on hand, so I used an Italian seasoning blend, and it worked perfectly.
Mohamed Hodkiewiczbraun
Dec 8, 2022
I added a pinch of cayenne pepper for extra heat, and it was delicious!
Elenor Jacobi
Dec 27, 2021
This recipe is fantastic! So much better than store-bought sauce.

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