Best 4 Tomasitas Red Chile Recipes
Tomasitas red chile is a traditional New Mexican red chile sauce that is made with dried red chile pods, water, garlic, and salt. It is a staple ingredient in many New Mexican dishes, such as enchiladas, tacos, and burritos. The sauce is typically made in large batches and then canned or frozen for later use. While there are many different recipes for tomasitas red chile, the basic ingredients and method are always the same. The dried red chile pods are first roasted, then soaked in water until they are soft. The pods are then blended with the other ingredients until a smooth sauce is formed. The sauce is then simmered for a period of time to allow the flavors to meld.
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TOMASITA'S GREEN CHILE
Provided by Food Network
Time 32m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Put the New Mexico green chile in a large saucepan over medium heat. Do not let boil.
- Make a roux. Put the oil in a saucepan, over medium heat, heat up slightly, add the flour and stir constantly. The flour should get toasted and brown, but do not burn it, about 5 minutes.
- Drizzle the roux into the green chile and mix to combine. This will make it thicker and change the color slightly, but it should not get white in color. The chile and liquid should just look darker and less bright that the green chile without any roux. Add enough roux and water to get the chile to the right consistency, which should be like gravy. You may not use all the roux.
- Add the garlic and salt. Leave the chile in the pot to simmer for 20 minutes, stirring regularly. Do NOT bring it to a boil, as that may burn the flour in the roux. Add more salt and garlic if needed and serve.
SANTA FE RED CHILE SAUCE
This is a basic red chile sauce that can be made as hot or mild as you like by adjusting the chile powder. From Santa Fe Hot and Spicy Cookbook.
Provided by Vicki in CT
Categories Sauces
Time 15m
Yield 3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In medium saucepan place all ingredients and simmer for 10 minutes until flavors are well blended. Puree in blender or using immersion blender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 69, Fat 2, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 1075.4, Carbohydrate 14.2, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 5.6, Protein 2.7
NEW MEXICO RED CHILE SAUCE
Red chile is a staple of the New Mexican and West Texan diet, and this recipe is my grandmother's recipe. When I make it, it reminds me of the smells of her cooking in her kitchen, fresh corn tortillas, beans, and red chile peppers. You can kick up the spiciness by adding more arbol chile pods.
Provided by Cookincwgrl
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 43m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Coat the bottom of a heavy saucepan with oil; add chile pods. Toast over medium heat until aromatic, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in onion and garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Add enough chicken stock to allow pods to float; simmer until they develop the texture of wet leather, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Fill blender halfway with chile-stock mixture. Cover and hold lid down with a potholder; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend. Pour into a bowl; repeat with remaining mixture. Strain sauce through a fine mesh strainer into a saucepan over medium heat. Discard solids.
- Stir cumin, coriander, and oregano into the saucepan; add honey. Cook until sauce is thick and evenly coats the back of a spoon, about 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 370.9 calories, Carbohydrate 52.3 g, Cholesterol 0.7 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 711.9 mg, Sugar 6.5 g
RED CHILE TAMALES
This is an Aunt Chilada's spin on tamales. Every one has their own version. And believe me if you can find one you like, you can't get enough of them. A good on the go food. Nice for hunting.
Provided by Kaccy G.
Categories Roast Beef
Time 1h40m
Yield 3 Dozen
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a mixer or by hand, combine masa, lard, salt and baking powder until well blended.
- Deseed the chile pods, then soak the pods in hot water until soft.
- Puree the soft chile pods.
- Boil roast with salt, pepper and garlic until beef is cooked through.
- Remove beef; shred.
- Reserve the beef broth.
- Mix red chile puree with shredded beef.
- Add reserved beef broth until moist.
- Spread masa in a corn husk.
- Place about 1 1/2 ounces beef in the center of the masa.
- Fold over sides of tamale, then wrap tamale in wax paper.
- Place tamales in steamer pot, cover and cook 45 minutes or until the tamales are firm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 4311.5, Fat 284.5, SaturatedFat 109.4, Cholesterol 561.4, Sodium 4834.7, Carbohydrate 294.2, Fiber 36.9, Sugar 4.4, Protein 147.3
Tips:
- To make the perfect red chile sauce, start with dried New Mexico chiles. These chiles have a slightly smoky flavor that pairs well with the other ingredients in the sauce.
- Soak the chiles in hot water for at least 30 minutes before using. This will help to soften them and make them easier to blend.
- When blending the sauce, be sure to use a high-powered blender. This will help to create a smooth and creamy sauce.
- Season the sauce to taste with salt, pepper, and cumin. You can also add other spices, such as oregano or garlic powder, to taste.
- The sauce can be used as a marinade for chicken, beef, or pork. It can also be used as a topping for enchiladas, tacos, or burritos.
Conclusion:
Tomasita's Red Chile is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a flavorful and easy-to-make sauce, give Tomasita's Red Chile a try.
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