Enchilada Sauce
The ultimate comfort food, this rich and flavorful Enchilada Sauce is a must-have for easy weeknight dinners. With its perfect balance of spices, it's sure to elevate any dish. Why not make it tonight?
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
- 4 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour
- 3 tablespoons Chili Powder (we prefer Gebhardt’s)
- ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ¼ teaspoon Oregano
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Cumin
- 2 cups Chicken Broth
Instructions
- Add Vegetable Oil to a pot and heat on medium heat.
- Pour in All-Purpose Flour and create a roux by whisking them together for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Add Chili Powder, Garlic Powder, Salt, Cumin, and Oregano and mix until clumpy.
- Pour in Chicken Broth, whisking the entire time until there are no more clumps.
- Heat for about 15 minutes or until the sauce is thickened.
- The sauce is thick enough when it coats the back of a wooden spoon well.
Notes
- Tip 1: Use fresh spices for better flavor.
- Tip 2: Adjust the heat level by varying the chili powder.
- Tip 3: Store in a glass jar for freshness.
- Tip 4: Let it simmer longer for a richer flavor.
- Tip 5: Use it over various dishes like tacos and burritos.