Mexican Spaghetti Sauce

Elevate your pasta night with a bold and flavorful twist by making this Mexican Spaghetti Sauce! This irresistible recipe combines classic spaghetti sauce elements with the vibrant spices and smoky heat of Mexican cuisine. Sautéed onions and garlic mingle with juicy ground beef, while a rich base of diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth is infused with chili powder, cumin, paprika, and a hint of chipotle peppers in adobo for a smoky kick. Fresh cilantro and a splash of lime juice add a zesty finish, making this sauce the perfect pairing for spaghetti or as a versatile topping for burritos and enchiladas. Ready in under an hour, this hearty, crowd-pleasing dish is the ultimate comfort food with a spicy Mexican flair!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound ground beef
• 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 8 ounces tomato sauce
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup beef broth
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lime juice

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 7-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, and beef broth. Mix well.

Step 6

Add the chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, sugar, salt, black pepper, and chopped chipotle peppers in adobo. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings if needed.

Step 9

Stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice just before serving for a fresh, zesty finish.

Step 10

Serve over cooked spaghetti or use as a sauce for other dishes such as burritos or enchiladas.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1965.2 grams (1965.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1853

Total Fat 138.60g	178%
Saturated Fat 43.10g	216%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.50g
Cholesterol 337mg	112%
Sodium 5099mg	222%
Total Carbohydrate 69.50g	25%
Dietary Fiber 24.10g	86%
Total Sugars 42.40g
Protein 92.40g	185%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 419mg	32%
Iron 18mg	102%
Potassium 3507mg	75%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.8%

Protein: 19.5%

Carbs: 14.7%