Description
A simple and flavorful homemade red enchilada sauce that’s perfect for any Mexican-inspired dish.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Heat the vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Whisk in the flour and chili powder, stirring constantly for about 1 minute to form a paste.
- Add the garlic powder, salt, cumin, and oregano, stirring to combine.
- Gradually pour in the broth while whisking continuously to avoid lumps.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.