Best 3 Authentic Enchilada Sauce Recipes

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Enchilada sauce is a versatile and flavorful sauce used in Mexican cuisine. With its rich and complex flavor profile, it serves as an essential ingredient in creating authentic enchiladas and other Mexican dishes. This article provides aspiring chefs with a comprehensive guide to crafting the perfect enchilada sauce, delving into the nuances of ingredient selection, preparation methods, and the art of achieving the desired consistency and taste. Discover the secrets behind creating an enchilada sauce that captures the essence of Mexican culinary heritage, elevating your enchiladas to new heights of deliciousness.

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

AUTHENTIC ENCHILADA SAUCE



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Great sauce and very authentic enchiladas. If you want a hotter sauce, just add some cayenne pepper when it's done. Ancho and pasilla chile peppers are dried chiles, and may be available at your grocery store, or a Mexican market.

Provided by Bill Echols

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 ancho chile peppers
3 pasilla chile peppers
Water to cover
2 cloves crushed garlic
1 onion, chopped
4 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups chicken stock
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon ground cumin
Salt to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place chile peppers on a cookie sheet and roast in the oven until slightly toasted. (Note: When you can smell them, they're done.)
  • Remove from the oven and slit them open. Remove the seeds and veins, then put them in a bowl with boiling water to cover. Allow them to sit for 30 minutes, then remove them from the water, reserving the water. Scrape the pulp from the insides of the chile peppers and discard the skins. (Note: The skins will give the mixture a bitter flavor.) Return the pulp to the water and set aside for later.
  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, saute the garlic and onion in the butter or margarine for 5 minutes, or until onion is tender. Add the flour and mix well. Add the stock, stirring until thickened, and then add the reserved chile pulp mixture. Finally, add the oregano and the cumin.
  • In a blender or food processor, puree the mixture until smooth. Season with salt to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 71.1 calories, Carbohydrate 6.5 g, Cholesterol 11.7 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 335.7 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

THE BEST AUTHENTIC ENCHILADA SAUCE



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I make it, and pour over (my very own shrimp enchilada casserole - see other recipes) enchiladas, Verdes, or anything that calls for salsa or obviously enchilada sauce!! A family favorite - plates are licked clean!

Provided by Laurenhanna

Categories     Sauces

Time 25m

Yield 2 cups, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup onion (white, minced)
1/2 jalapeno (seeded and chopped finely)
2 pinches cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1 1/4 teaspoons white sugar
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, to taste)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can tomato sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt (or 1 med. garlic clove)
1 teaspoon dried onion (or 1/2 tsp onion powder)
1 cup water
1/4 teaspoon lime zest
1 tablespoon fresh basil (chopped, or 1 tsp dried)
1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped, or 1 tsp dried)
2 tablespoons cilantro (chopped)
3 tablespoons salsa (homemade is best!)

Steps:

  • Heat Pan, med high, with oil and combine next six ingredients to pan. cook 3 min, stirring often. adding some salt and pepper to taste (if using fresh garlic add this to the pan as well).
  • add remaning ingredients to the pan and bring to a boil.
  • Boil for 2-3 minutes, then reduce heat to low and let simmer for up to an hour (but it only requires simmering for 10 min).
  • Hints = Can be stored in fridge for up to 7 days, or frozen for about a month and a half. Batch is easily double and tripled keeping remaining frozen until ready to use for you next dish!

AUTHENTIC DRIED CHILE-PEPITO ENCHILADA SAUCE



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Real enchilada sauce made from dried chiles and optional ground pumpkin seeds, rich with indigenous flavors. Use in any traditional enchilada recipe.

Provided by shoshi

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 cups water
12 whole dried ancho chiles
1 onion, coarsely chopped
4 large cloves garlic, lightly crushed
1 teaspoon ground cumin
salt to taste
1 tablespoon agave syrup, or to taste
1 tablespoon lemon juice, or to taste
4 fresh chile de arbol peppers, chopped (wear gloves)
⅔ cup hulled green pumpkin seeds
1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
2 roma (plum) tomatoes, seeded and chopped

Steps:

  • Bring the water to a boil, and set aside. Rinse and pat the ancho chiles dry, then tear out the stems and cores, and tear open the chiles. Scrape out seeds and veins, leaving the flesh intact. Tear the chiles into 1- to 2-inch pieces.
  • Place the ancho pieces, onion, and garlic into a dry cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, and toast, stirring constantly, until the chiles are fragrant and show browned spots, about 5 minutes. In a small separate skillet over medium heat, toast the ground cumin just until fragrant, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Watch carefully, the cumin will burn easily. Pour the toasted cumin into the skillet with the ancho mixture; pour in the hot water.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cook until the ancho peppers are rehydrated and moist and the mixture is reduced, about 15 minutes. Season to taste with salt, agave syrup, and lemon juice. Remove from heat and let cool for about 15 minutes.
  • Pour the ancho mixture into a blender, filling the pitcher no more than halfway full. Hold down the lid of the blender with a folded kitchen towel, and carefully start the blender, using a few quick pulses to get the mixture moving before leaving it on to puree. Stop the blender after about 30 seconds, and add the chile de arbol peppers, pumpkin seeds, oregano, and roma tomatoes. Puree in batches if needed until smooth and thickened.
  • Return the blended sauce to the cast-iron skillet, bring to a boil, and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook, stirring often, for about 15 more minutes to blend flavors.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113.6 calories, Carbohydrate 15.8 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 15.2 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

Tips:

  • Use dried ancho, guajillo, and pasilla chiles for a smoky, complex flavor.
  • Toast the chiles in a pan or comal to bring out their flavors.
  • Soak the chiles in hot water until softened, then remove the stems and seeds.
  • Purée the chiles with chicken broth, tomatoes, garlic, and onion in a blender until smooth.
  • Cook the sauce over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it has thickened and darkened in color.
  • Season the sauce to taste with salt, pepper, and cumin.
  • Garnish with cilantro, sour cream, and crumbled queso fresco.

Conclusion:

This authentic enchilada sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used to make a variety of Mexican dishes. It is smoky, spicy, and flavorful, and it is perfect for enchiladas, tacos, burritos, and tostadas. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make this sauce at home in no time. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy Mexican sauce, give this authentic enchilada sauce a try.

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