Homemade Enchilada Sauce
Homemade enchilada sauce transforms ordinary meals into festive feasts. With a perfect balance of smokiness and spice, this easy-to-make sauce is a crowd-pleaser that elevates everything from enchiladas to tacos. Enjoy the delightful aroma as it simmers, bringing warmth and flavor to your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings (¼ cup each) 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup canned tomato sauce
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup water or broth (for thickness)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing spices)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients for a smooth cooking experience.
- In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Whisk in canned tomato sauce and water or broth until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Let the sauce simmer on low heat for 15–20 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup (60g)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg