Delightful Enchilada Sauce Recipe
Experience the vibrant flavors of homemade enchilada sauce that transforms every meal into a fiesta! This quick and easy recipe features plump tomatoes, aromatic spices, and a touch of sweetness for a rich, velvety sauce. Perfect for enchiladas or as a zesty dip, it’s customizable to your spice preference. In just 30 minutes, you can bring the heart of Mexican cuisine to your kitchen!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (28 oz) whole peeled tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and finely chop the onion and garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, oregano, sugar, salt, and pepper. Cook until fragrant.
- Pour in canned tomatoes with their juices. Break them up with a spoon while simmering.
- Reduce heat to low and let simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste the sauce; adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg