Best 7 Ancho Chile Tomato Sauce Recipes

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Ancho chile tomato sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used on a variety of dishes. It is made with dried ancho chiles, tomatoes, garlic, and spices. The ancho chiles give the sauce a slightly smoky and sweet flavor, while the tomatoes add a tangy and acidic balance. This sauce is perfect for adding a pop of flavor to tacos, burritos, enchiladas, or any other Mexican-inspired dish. It can also be used as a marinade for chicken, fish, or tofu. With its rich and complex flavor, ancho chile tomato sauce is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. Let's dive right in and learn how to make this amazing sauce!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ANCHO CHILI SAUCE - RECIPE



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This easy-to-make red chili sauce recipe is a flavor POWERHOUSE and essential for Mexican or Tex-Mex cuisine, made with lightly toasted ancho peppers. Perfect for enchiladas, chilaquiles, tacos and so much more.

Provided by Mike Hultquist

Categories     Main Course

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 ancho chili peppers
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
½ cup chopped white onion
½ cup chopped red onion
4 garlic cloves (chopped)
1 Roma tomato (chopped)
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon Mexican oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
1-2 tablespoons honey (optional)
Soaking water or stock for thinning

Steps:

  • Dry roast the ancho peppers on a hot pan about 1-2 minutes per side. The peppers will puff slightly and the skins will begin to turn red.
  • Set them into a large pot of boiling water and remove from heat. Let them soak covered in water for 30 minutes.
  • Remove the stems and coarsely chop the anchos. Reserve the soaking liquid.
  • Set the chopped anchos into a food processor.
  • Heat the oil in a pan to medium heat and add the onion. Cook about 5 minutes to soften.
  • Add the garlic and tomato and cook another minute or so, until you can smell the garlic. Add them to the food processor.
  • Add the vinegar, cumin, oregano and a bit of salt and pepper along with about 1 cup of the soaking liquid. Process until it smooths out.
  • The sauce will be thick at this point. You can add more soaking liquid to achieve your desired consistency.
  • Give it a taste. You can adjust with salt and pepper and this point, and if you feel it needs a touch of sweetness, add the honey and process a bit more.
  • Press the sauce through a coarse strainer into a bowl. I use a wooden spoon to push it through.
  • Store in the fridge in an airtight container.
  • As a tasty variation, add up to 15 ounces (1 can) of tomato sauce while cooking, or after you strain the ancho chili sauce to simmer. It makes for an outstanding final sauce. Or, swirl in anywhere from 1 tablespoon to a cup of the ancho chili sauce to tomato sauce to liven up any dish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 43 kcal, Carbohydrate 8 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, Sodium 8 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

ANCHO CHILE FETTUCCINI WITH CILANTRO-TOMATILLO CREAM SAUCE



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Rather than make fettuccine colored with spinach or tomatoes, I wanted to create something with color AND flare. Here is my idea. Try serving with grilled skewered chicken and mushrooms, marinated with lime, garlic, cumin, salt and pepper.

Provided by Bryce Fegley

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 ancho chiles, stemmed and seeded
4 cloves unpeeled garlic
2 eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
1 bunch chopped fresh cilantro
3 tomatillos, husked and chopped
½ jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
½ cup cream cheese, softened
½ cup sour cream
¼ cup chicken stock
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon ground cumin
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium high heat. Roast ancho chiles and 4 cloves unpeeled garlic. Press the chiles flat against the pan with a spatula until they begin to pop and smoke, then flip. When done, rehydrate chiles in a bowl of warm water for 30 minutes. Turn garlic until all sides are browned, about 15 minutes. Allow to cool, then peel.
  • In a blender or food processor, combine chiles, 2 cloves roasted garlic, and eggs. Blend until smooth. Place the flour in a mound on a clean surface. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt with a fork, then make a well in the center. Pour in egg mixture. Working from the center outward, gradually incorporate the flour with a fork until dough is formed. Knead dough for 5 minutes, adding more flour if necessary. Prepare fettuccini according to your pasta machine's instructions. Lay the fettuccine flat on lightly floured surface for 15 minutes.
  • In a blender or food processor, combine 2 remaining cloves roasted garlic, cilantro, tomatillos, jalapeno, cream cheese, sour cream, chicken stock, 1 tablespoon olive oil, cumin, salt and pepper. Blend until smooth. Pour into a saucepan over low heat, and cook until heated through.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until pasta rises to the surface. Drain, and divide into serving portions; pour sauce over top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 539.5 calories, Carbohydrate 59.7 g, Cholesterol 137.6 mg, Fat 27.5 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 15.1 g, SaturatedFat 12.1 g, Sodium 484.1 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

ANCHO CHILE SAUCE



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This deeply flavored sauce is part barbecue sauce, part red-wine reduction.

Categories     Sauce     Blender     Garlic     Onion     Tomato     Quick & Easy     Backyard BBQ     Vinegar     Hot Pepper     Red Wine     Summer     Simmer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes about 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 dried ancho chile, stemmed, seeded, coarsely torn*
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon tomato paste
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup dry red wine
1/2 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon (packed) dark brown sugar
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • Place chile in medium bowl. Pour enough boiling water over to cover; let soak until soft, about 30 minutes. Drain, reserving soaking liquid.
  • Heat oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until soft, stirring often, about 4 minutes. Add tomato paste; stir 2 minutes. Add garlic and stir 30 seconds. Add wine and softened chile; simmer 2 minutes. Add 3 tablespoons reserved chile soaking liquid, ketchup, and all remaining ingredients. Simmer 3 minutes, stirring often. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  • Puree sauce in blender, adding more reserved soaking liquid by tablespoonfuls if too thick. DO AHEAD: Can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill.
  • * Available at many supermarkets and at specialty foods stores and Latin markets.

ANCHO-CHIPOTLE SALSA



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A wonderful salsa that uses chipotle and ancho. It adds depth to the overall flavor without overpowering the salsa, making it the perfect snacking salsa as well as a great addition to mexican dishes.

Provided by SEVIC

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes     Tomato Salsa Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (14.5 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes
1 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded
1 chipotle chile in adobo sauce, seeded
1 (1 inch) piece dried ancho chile pepper
1 clove garlic
2 ½ tablespoons chopped onion
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon lemon juice, or to taste
¾ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon white sugar, or to taste
¼ teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • Place the tomatoes, jalapeno pepper, chipotle pepper, ancho chile, garlic, onion, cilantro, lemon juice, salt, sugar, and cumin into a blender. Pulse until the salsa has been finely ground, or to your desired consistency. Let stand at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to blend.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 14.2 calories, Carbohydrate 3.2 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.5 g, Sodium 299.2 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

ANCHO CHILE TOMATO SAUCE



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If you are blessed with a surplus of tomatoes, this easy tomato sauce packs the essence of fresh tomato in a thick smoky flavored sauce. I shared this recipe from Better Homes and Gardens with a wonderful friend who had a never ending tomato crop.

Provided by CarolAT

Categories     Sauces

Time 30m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 1/4 lbs tomatoes (5 or 6)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon dried ancho chile powder
1/4 cup fresh basil or 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, snipped
3/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Core tomatoes and cut in half - squeeze out and discard seeds. Cut tomatoes in chunks. One-third at a time, place tomato chunks in food processor bowl or blender container. Process with several on/off turns; tomatoes should remain chunky. Transfer to medium bowl. You should have about 3 1/4 cups tomatoes. Set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender but not brown (3 minutes). Stir in garlic and chile powder; cook and stir for 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer gently; uncovered, about 15 minutes or until sauce is thickened. Stir in basil and salt; heat through. Makes 3 cups.
  • Hint: You can double the recipe and make several batches of sauce to store. Cover and refrigerate up to 1 week, or freeze up to 3 months. You can put the sauce in a jelly jar, add a label with storage directions and give as a gift from your kitchen. Your friends will thank you.

ANCHO CHILI SAUCE



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Categories     Sauce     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes about 1 1/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 dried ancho chilies, stemmed, seeded, torn into pieces
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons (packed) brown sugar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • Place chilies in medium metal bowl. Pour enough boiling water over chilies to cover. Let stand until chilies are soft, about 30 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup soaking liquid.
  • Puree chilies, 3 tablespoons soaking liquid and lime juice in blender until smooth. Transfer to small bowl. Whisk in mayonnaise, brown sugar, oregano, rosemary and cumin. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 3 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before using, adding water by tablespoonfuls and stirring if very thick.)

ANCHO CHILE SAUCE



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A most flavorful sauce that can be used on brisket, chicken or any bbq. Note: You can substitute 1 tablespoon Ancho Chile Powder for the dried chile and then add enough water to make it the consistency you want. Start with at least 1/2 cup water. From Bon Appetit.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Mexican

Time 45m

Yield 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 dried ancho chile, stemmed, seeded, coarsely torn (no ancho chile, see note in description)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon tomato paste
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup dry red wine
1/2 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon dark brown sugar, packed
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Place chile in medium bowl. Pour enough boiling water over to cover; let soak until soft, about 30 minutes. Drain, reserving soaking liquid.
  • Heat oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and saute until soft, stirring often, about 4 minutes. Add tomato paste; stir 2 minutes. Add garlic and stir 30 seconds. Add wine and softened chile; simmer 2 minutes. Add 3 tablespoons reserved chile soaking liquid, ketchup and all remaining ingredients. Simmer 3 minutes, stirring often. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  • Puree sauce in blender, adding more reserved soaking liquid by tablespoonfuls if too thick. May be made 3 days ahead; cover and chill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441, Fat 19.6, SaturatedFat 2.5, Sodium 1066.8, Carbohydrate 52.7, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 34.3, Protein 4.9

Tips:

  • Use ripe tomatoes: The riper the tomatoes, the sweeter and more flavorful your sauce will be.
  • Roast the tomatoes: Roasting the tomatoes concentrates their flavor and makes them easier to peel.
  • Use a variety of peppers: Ancho chiles are a good choice for a smoky flavor, but you can also use other types of peppers, such as guajillo or pasilla chiles.
  • Toast the spices: Toasting the spices before adding them to the sauce will help to release their flavor.
  • Simmer the sauce for a long time: The longer you simmer the sauce, the more time the flavors will have to develop.
  • Taste the sauce as you go: Add more spices or seasonings, as needed, until the sauce reaches your desired flavor.

Conclusion:

Ancho chile tomato sauce is a versatile sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes, such as enchiladas, tacos, and burritos. It is also a great way to use up leftover tomatoes. With its smoky, sweet, and slightly spicy flavor, ancho chile tomato sauce is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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