Enchilada sauce is a key ingredient in making delicious enchiladas, adding depth, spice, and richness to the dish. Making your own enchilada sauce at home is easy and allows you to customize the flavor to your liking. Whether you prefer a mild sauce or something with a bit more kick, this recipe will guide you through creating a homemade enchilada sauce that’s bursting with authentic Mexican flavors.
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) vegetable oil or olive oil
- 2 tablespoons (15 g) all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons (20 g) chili powder (adjust to taste for spiciness)
- 1 teaspoon (5 g) ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon (5 g) garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon (5 g) onion powder
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 g) dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 g) smoked paprika (optional, for a smoky flavor)
- ¼ teaspoon (1.25 g) ground cinnamon (optional, for depth of flavor)
- ¼ teaspoon (1.25 g) cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 2 cups (480 ml) chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 1 cup (240 ml) tomato sauce or passata
- 1 teaspoon (6 g) salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon (1.25 g) black pepper (optional, adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) apple cider vinegar or white vinegar (optional, for tanginess)