Best 3 Emerils Easy Enchilada Sauce Recipes

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Are you craving the appetizing flavors of Mexican cuisine but don't have the time or experience to create a complex enchilada sauce? Look no further than Emeril's Easy Enchilada Sauce, a culinary masterpiece that combines the perfect blend of spices, herbs, and fresh ingredients to create a sauce that is bursting with flavor. With this incredibly simple recipe, you can easily whip up a delicious enchilada sauce in minutes, transforming your ordinary dishes into extraordinary culinary creations.

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

EASY ENCHILADA SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     condiment

Time 20m

Yield 2 1/2 cups of sauce

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon flour
1/4 cup chili powder
2 cups chicken stock
10 ounces tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan heat oil, add flour, smoothing and stirring with a wooden spoon. Cook for 1 minute. Add chili powder and cook for 30 seconds. Add stock, tomato paste, oregano, and cumin. Stir to combine. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and cook for 15 minutes. The sauce will thicken and smooth out. Adjust the seasonings. Serve atop your favorite enchiladas.

EASY ENCHILADA SAUCE



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A super-speedy enchilada sauce with a truly authentic taste.

Provided by daniaduncan

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons self-rising flour
2 tablespoons medium-spice Indian chili powder
1 ½ cups water
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 teaspoon dried oregano
¾ teaspoon ground cumin
¾ teaspoon garlic powder
¾ teaspoon onion salt
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Stir flour and chili powder into hot oil, reduce heat to medium, and cook until the flour is lightly brown in color, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Gradually stream water and tomato sauce into the flour while stirring until the flour is completely incorporated into a smooth mixture. Stir oregano, cumin, garlic powder, and onion salt into the liquid. Continue cooking until thickened slightly, about 10 minutes; season with salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.1 calories, Carbohydrate 6 g, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 484.6 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

TEN MINUTE ENCHILADA SAUCE



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A super speedy enchilada sauce with a truly authentic taste.

Provided by BRANDI T

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons self-rising flour
¼ cup New Mexico or California chili powder
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 ½ cups water
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon onion salt
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in flour and chili powder, reduce heat to medium, and cook until lightly brown, stirring constantly to prevent burning flour.
  • Gradually stir in tomato sauce, water, cumin, garlic powder, and onion salt into the flour and chili powder until smooth, and continue cooking over medium heat approximately 10 minutes, or until thickened slightly. Season to taste with salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 calories, Carbohydrate 7 g, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 408.4 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe tomatoes: This will give your sauce the best flavor.
  • Roast your tomatoes before making the sauce: This will caramelize the tomatoes and give them a smoky flavor.
  • Add a variety of spices to your sauce: This will give it a complex flavor. Some good spices to use include chili powder, cumin, oregano, and garlic powder.
  • Simmer your sauce for at least 30 minutes: This will allow the flavors to meld together.
  • Taste your sauce as you go and adjust the seasonings as needed: You may need to add more salt, pepper, or spices.
  • Serve your sauce immediately or store it in the refrigerator for later use: The sauce will keep for up to 5 days in the refrigerator.

Conclusion:

Emeril's Easy Enchilada Sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used to make a variety of Mexican dishes. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your sauce mild, medium, or hot, Emeril's Easy Enchilada Sauce is sure to please. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy way to add some flavor to your Mexican dishes, give Emeril's Easy Enchilada Sauce a try. You won't be disappointed!

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