Best 9 Salsa Roja For Enchiladas Or Wet Burritos Recipes

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If you're looking for a delicious and authentic salsa roja recipe to elevate your enchiladas or wet burritos, you've come to the right place. A well-crafted salsa roja is the key to unlocking the true flavors of these classic Mexican dishes. Whether you prefer a mild or spicy salsa, fresh or roasted tomatoes, smooth or chunky texture, this article will guide you through the process of creating the perfect salsa roja that will leave your taste buds dancing. With the right combination of ingredients and techniques, you'll be able to create a salsa that is both flavorful and versatile, adding a vibrant layer of taste to your enchiladas and burritos. So get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the world of salsa roja, exploring various recipes and techniques to help you master this essential condiment.

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

SALSA ROJA RECIPE - MEXICAN RED TABLE SAUCE



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This easy homemade salsa roja recipe is the ultimate Mexican salsa, perfect for tortillas, tacos and burritos, with tomatoes, jalapeno, lime juice and more.

Provided by Mike Hultquist

Categories     Main Course

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds tomatoes (chopped)
1 small white onion (chopped)
2 jalapeno peppers (chopped - use Serrano peppers for a bit more heat!)
2 cloves garlic (chopped)
¼ cup chopped cilantro
Juice from half a lime
2 tablespoons olive oil
¼ teaspoon cumin ((optional, not traditional, more Tex-Mex))
Salt to taste

Steps:

  • Add tomatoes, onion, peppers, garlic, cilantro and lime juice to a food processor. Process until fairly smooth.
  • Heat a large pot to medium heat and add olive oil. Add the salsa and it will sear quickly.
  • Add cumin and bit of salt.
  • Bring to a quick boil and reduce heat to a simmer. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  • Season with salt if needed and stir.
  • Cool and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Serve it up in a squeeze bottle like they do in Mexican restaurants for fun!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 23 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Fat 1 g, Sodium 2 mg, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SALSA ROJA



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A great enchilada or taco sauce. Can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 1 week.

Provided by unsane1047

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

Time 25m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 quart vegetable stock
8 large dried ancho chiles, stemmed and seeded
3 plum tomatoes, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 small dried red chile, stemmed and most seeds discarded
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Combine vegetable stock, ancho chiles, plum tomatoes, onion, red chile, garlic, brown sugar, vegetable oil, cumin, kosher salt, and black pepper in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Boil mixture for 2 minutes.
  • Cover saucepan and remove from heat; let stand for 10 minutes.
  • Pour mixture into a blender no more than half full. Cover and hold lid down; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend. Puree in batches until smooth. Transfer salsa to a bowl and stir in vinegar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 21.9 calories, Carbohydrate 3.4 g, Fat 0.9 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 156.6 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

ENCHILADAS ROJAS MEXICANA (CHICKEN)



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This is my sister-in-law's recipe for wonderful chicken enchiladas with red sauce. We use Recipe #197786 for the enchilada sauce. I believe the salsa really makes the dish. It takes some time, but is well worth it. If you're in a hurry, you can start with left over chicken, or rotisserie chicken.

Provided by PanNan

Categories     Whole Chicken

Time 2h10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 roasting chicken
1/2 onion
4 garlic cloves
1 tablespoon salt
15 white corn tortillas
3 tablespoons olive oil (separated)
1 white onion, chopped
1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese
4 cups salsa (I use the Salsa Roja Mexicana #197786) or 4 cups enchilada sauce

Steps:

  • Boil the whole chicken with 1/2 onion, garlic cloves and salt in water to cover for one hour over medium heat. Let cool enough to handle. Remove chicken meat from bone and shred. (Can use left over chicken meat, or a rotisserie chicken if desired.).
  • Chop the white onion and set aside. Chop the cilantro and set aside.
  • Heat a little olive oil in a skillet, and quickly fry the tortillas, one at a time, until soft and pliable. You will need to add a little olive oil from time to time. Drain the tortillas on paper towels.
  • Heat the salsa. One at a time, dip the soft tortilla in the salsa and place it in the baking pan (a 13x9 baking pan works well). Place a heaping spoonful each of shredded chicken and cheese in the middle of the tortilla. Add a little chopped onion and cilantro. Fold or roll the tortilla and move it to the side of the pan. Repeat with the remaining tortillas until the pan is full. Top with the remaining salsa, sprinkle with remaining cheese, cilantro and onion.
  • Bake at 350ºF until the cheese has melted and the sauce is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470.9, Fat 27.6, SaturatedFat 10.6, Cholesterol 69.2, Sodium 2459.1, Carbohydrate 35.7, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 7.1, Protein 23.5

SALSA ROJA



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Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     easy, quick, condiments, dips and spreads, side dish

Time 45m

Yield about 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds ripe plum tomatoes (or 1 28-ounce can tomatoes)
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
6 to 8 dried chiles de árbol
1 small onion, sliced
1 garlic clove
6 cloves
1 or 2 pieces Mexican canela, or 1/4 teaspoon each ground cinnamon and allspice
Salt

Steps:

  • To make salsa: If using fresh tomatoes, place in a pot of simmering water and let cook until soft, about 15 minutes. Drain, remove stem ends, and purée with a blender.
  • In a skillet, heat oil until shimmering. Add chilies, onion, garlic, cloves and canela (or spices), sprinkle with salt and cook over medium-low heat, stirring, until softened and golden, about 8 minutes. Add tomato purée or canned tomatoes and simmer, stirring often, until thickened and slightly sweet, about 15 minutes. Taste for salt. Purée with a blender until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 98, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 399 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

ENCHILADAS ROJAS



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The finish on these enchiladas is more authentic than their melted-cheese-topped brethren -- crumbled queso fresco, diced white onion, and pickled jalapeno slices finish off this earthy, fragrantly spiced dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Cuisine-Inspired Recipes     Mexican-Inspired Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield Makes 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 ancho chiles (about 2 ounces total)
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 whole clove, crushed
1/8 teaspoon dried oregano, preferably Mexican
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
3 black peppercorns, crushed
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
1/4 cup unsalted roasted peanuts
1/2 cup diced white onion, plus more for serving
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons safflower oil
Coarse salt
12 corn tortillas (6-inch)
1 recipe Carnitas for Enchiladas Rojas, kept warm
Crumbled queso fresco, sliced pickled jalapeno, and fresh cilantro leaves, for serving

Steps:

  • Toast chiles in a dry medium skillet over medium-high until fragrant and blistered, 1 to 2 minutes a side. Wipe skillet clean. Remove and discard chile stems and seeds; transfer chiles to a bowl. Cover with 3 cups hot water and let soak 15 minutes. Remove chiles, reserving liquid.
  • Blend chiles, cinnamon, clove, oregano, thyme, peppercorns, sesame seeds, peanuts, onion, and 1 1/2 cups reserved liquid until smooth. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in skillet over medium-high. Add sauce and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened, 5 minutes. Add 1 cup reserved liquid; bring to a boil. Season with salt; keep warm.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in another skillet over medium. Gently fry tortillas one at a time, using 1 tablespoon oil for every 3 tortillas, until pliable, about 30 seconds a side. Remove each with tongs, letting oil drip back into skillet, and dip into sauce, turning to fully coat. Transfer to a plate.
  • Place a heaping 1/4 cup carnitas in center of a tortilla. Roll tightly and place, seam-side down, in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Repeat with remaining tortillas, arranging them in dish in 2 rows. Pour remaining sauce over enchiladas. Top with queso fresco, onion, jalapeno, and cilantro; serve.

SALSA ROJA FOR ENCHILADAS OR WET BURRITOS



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This is my personal enchilada sauce that my kids love. I came up with this recipe by mixing my grandmother's and mother-in-law's recipes together... it is muy rico and worth the work.

Provided by Ochoa1975

Categories     Sauces

Time 30m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 large tomatoes
3 serrano chile peppers, stemmed, or to taste
3 cloves garlic, peeled
3 dried California chile peppers, stemmed and seeded
⅓ cup water
¼ onion
3 tablespoons chicken bouillon
½ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
2 pinches ground black pepper
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 pinch salt to taste

Steps:

  • Place tomatoes, serrano chile peppers, garlic, and California chile peppers in a large saucepan. Pour in enough water to cover. Bring to a boil; simmer until tomatoes are fairly soft but not mushy, about 10 minutes. Drain.
  • Transfer tomato mixture to a blender. Add 1/3 cup water, onion, chicken bouillon, cumin, cloves, and black pepper. Puree until smooth, about 2 minutes. Add flour and blend until combined, about 10 seconds.
  • Pour blended mixture into the saucepan. Cook over medium heat until warmed through, about 5 minutes. Season with salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 20.3 calories, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 0.1 mg, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 179.8 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

SALSA ROJA MEXICANA



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This is my sister-in-law's red salsa recipe. She uses it to make her wonderful chicken enchiladas, but it's excellent for other uses as well. She is from Mexico City, and her Mexican cooking is always outstanding. We love to visit because every meal in her home is a feast!

Provided by PanNan

Categories     Sauces

Time 25m

Yield 4-5 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 large tomatoes, red and ripe
2 -4 serrano peppers, depending on how spicy you like it
3 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
3 tablespoons chicken bouillon
1/3 cup water (preferably the cooking liquid)
1/4 onion, roughly chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Place the whole tomatoes in a saucepan with the peppers; cover with water and bring to a boil.
  • Simmer gently until the tomatoes are fairly soft but not falling apart - about 5 minutes.
  • Drain, but reserve 1/3 cup of the cooking liquid.
  • Mix the bouillon into the 1/3 cup reserved cooking liquid and pour into the jar of a blender.
  • Add garlic; blend until the garlic is finely dispersed throughout the liquid.
  • Add the tomatoes and peppers to the blender jar, and blend for a few seconds. Do not over blend. It should have a rough texture.
  • Heat the olive oil in the bottom of a sauce pan.
  • Add the chopped onion and saute a couple of minutes.
  • Add the sauce from the blender.
  • Cook on high heat, stirring from time to time scraping the bottom of the pan until the sauce is reduced - about 6 - 8 minutes.
  • Taste, and add salt if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.1, Fat 7.4, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 84.6, Carbohydrate 12.4, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 7.7, Protein 2.7

SALSA ROJA



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Preparing homemade salsa lets you alter the flavor to fit your palate. Whip this easy snack together and serve with fresh veggies or. my favorite, lime tortilla chips. -Amber Massey, Coppell, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 7 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 can (28 ounces) whole tomatoes, drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with garlic and onion, drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Mexican stewed tomatoes, drained
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, drained
1 medium onion, quartered
2 banana peppers, seeded and coarsely chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and coarsely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/4 cup lime juice
2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and cubed
Tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Place the first 10 ingredients in a food processor; cover and process until chopped. Add cilantro and lime juice; cover and pulse until combined. , Transfer to a bowl; stir in avocados. Serve with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 42 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 381mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

ENCHILADAS WITH SALSA ROJA



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I've tried many enchilada recipes, and cobbled them together to create the one that works best for me. It's a little time consuming to dip the tortillas in hot oil then in the sauce before filling and rolling the enchiladas, but the taste is so good that it's worth the extra effort. this sauce is also good by itself with chips (I munch on any leftover sauce with chips while waiting for the enchiladas to bake!) You can also add 1 small can of tomato sauce to the sauce if you like tomato-y enchilada sauce. El Yucateco extra hot chile habanero sauce is my favorite sauce to add heat, and you can add 1 tablespoon of this sauce to the enchilada sauce and omit the small hot red peppers if you wish. A packet of fajita seasoning adds a lot of flavor to the beef mixture and can replace the other spices if you're in a hurry.

Provided by Lillian Patterson @edwardnortonfan

Categories     Beef

Number Of Ingredients 20

FOR THE ENCHILADA SAUCE:
3 large red chili peppers
2 small red serrano chili peppers (or any small hot red pepper)
4 clove(s) garlic, minced
2 tablespoon(s) olive oil, extra virgin
1 tablespoon(s) lemon juice
1/4 cup(s) red chili powder
1 cup(s) water
2 tablespoon(s) sugar
FOR FILLING:
2 tablespoon(s) olive oil, extra virgin
1 small red onion, diced
1 1/2 pound(s) beef, cut into thin strips
1 pinch(es) garlic salt
1 pinch(es) cayenne pepper
1 pinch(es) oregano, dried
2 cup(s) shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
FOR WRAPPING:
12 - corn tortillas
- hot oil (a deep fryer makes this step much easier)

Steps:

  • Puree first 4 ingredients in food processor. Add to saucepan, straining first to remove any large chunks. Stir in remaining sauce ingredients and saute for several minutes on low until mixture starts to bubble. Remove from heat.
  • Saute beef and diced onion in olive oil until cooked to desired doneness. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of the cheese.
  • Heat oil and, using tongs, dip corn tortillas one at a time in oil, then in sauce. Fill with 2 tablespoons of beef mixture and roll, placing side by side in greased baking dish (be careful, as tortillas will be hot). Pour remaining sauce over enchiladas and bake for 20 minutes at 350 degrees. Top with remaining cheese and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until cheese is melted. Let pan rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Tips:

  • Use ripe, fresh tomatoes for the best flavor.
  • Roast the tomatoes for a smoky flavor.
  • Add a variety of chili peppers to taste.
  • Use fresh herbs, such as cilantro and oregano, for added flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients to create your own unique salsa.

Conclusion:

Salsa roja is a versatile sauce that can be used for a variety of Mexican dishes, such as enchiladas, tacos, and burritos. It is also a great dipping sauce for chips and vegetables. With so many different recipes to choose from, you're sure to find one that you love. So get creative and have fun making your own salsa roja!

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