MOM'S TRADITIONAL ENCHILADA SAUCE

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If you've ever had authentic enchiladas, you'll love this sauce. Here in South Texas we love to eat enchiladas and let me tell you, it's all about the sauce. You and your family will love this basic version. It's full of flavor and it'll leave you asking for seconds. *Keep in mind that you may need to adjust the amount of the...

Provided by Clemen Cifuentes

Categories     Gravies

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 c red chili powder
1 Tbsp ground cumin
1/2 Tbsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 pinch ground black pepper
4 Tbsp vegetable oil
1/4 c all purpose flour

Steps:

  • 1. In a low heat setting place sauce pan on burner. Add oil, chili powder, cumin, and garlic to pan and cook for 3 minutes. This will release the spice flavors.
  • 2. Add 1 1/2 cups of water to the pan and stir.
  • 3. Boil for 5 minutes.
  • 4. Lower heat and simmer. While simmering, make a rue with flour and water. Add Rue to desired sauce thickness. Simmer for an additional 7 minutes.
  • 5. Remove from heat and pour over your prepared enchiladas.

Missy Dunne
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I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves enchiladas or Mexican food in general. You won't be disappointed!


Emon Reza
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This sauce is a great way to add some spice to your meals. It's perfect for those who like their food with a little bit of a kick.


Sarfraz Farheen
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I was really impressed with how easy this recipe was to follow. Even if you're a beginner in the kitchen, you'll be able to make this sauce.


Aarush Magar
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This is the best enchilada sauce I've ever had. It's so rich and flavorful, and it really makes the dish.


Sherazi king
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I always have on hand.


SIMONE WOODS
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This recipe is a lifesaver! I used to spend hours making enchilada sauce from scratch, but now I just use this recipe and it's just as good.


Deborah Nelson
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This sauce is so versatile! I've used it on enchiladas, tacos, and burritos, and it's always a hit.


monika gharti
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I've been looking for a good enchilada sauce recipe for a while now, and I'm so glad I found this one.


Clenton Mccoy
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This sauce is the perfect combination of spicy and flavorful. I can't wait to try it on my next batch of enchiladas.


Marshall Garber
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I was a bit skeptical about trying this recipe, but I'm so glad I did! It was so easy to make and tasted amazing.


Sheikh Shaheb
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making this sauce again and again.


Rachael Soden
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I made this sauce for my family last night and they loved it! It was the perfect addition to our enchiladas.


Heera Gujjar7
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I've tried many enchilada sauce recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect.


J Nik
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This enchilada sauce is the real deal! It's got the perfect balance of spices and a rich, flavorful taste.