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Homemade Enchilada Sauce Recipe

Homemade Enchilada Sauce Recipe

This homemade enchilada sauce is rich, flavorful, and perfect for topping your favorite enchiladas. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make this sauce from scratch in no time!
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour for thickening
  • 3 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp salt or to taste
  • 0.25 tsp ground black pepper or to taste

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Heat the oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and whisk together over the heat for one minute.
  • Stir in the chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, and oregano.
  • Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a slight boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes until the sauce has thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

This sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week in an airtight container.