Description
Experience the rich and vibrant flavors of homemade enchilada sauce, perfect for elevating any meal. This sauce combines fire-roasted tomatoes, aromatic spices, and a touch of smoky heat from chipotle peppers, creating a delightful base for enchiladas, tacos, or as a zesty dip. Whip it up in just a few simple steps and fill your kitchen with irresistible aromas that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted tomatoes
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped (adjust to taste)
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, warm olive oil and sauté the diced onion and minced garlic for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the canned tomatoes (with juices) and chopped chipotle peppers. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Add cumin, oregano, sugar, salt, and pepper; stir well and let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
- Return the blended sauce to low heat and simmer for at least 15 minutes to deepen flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup (60g)
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg