Quick Enchilada Sauce

Elevate your Mexican-inspired dishes with this Quick Enchilada Sauce, a bold and flavorful recipe that comes together in just 15 minutes! Made with pantry staples like chili powder, cumin, and tomato paste, this homemade sauce is far superior to store-bought alternatives, offering a rich, smoky, and slightly tangy depth perfect for enchiladas, burritos, or tacos. The secret lies in creating a smooth roux with flour and vegetable oil, which thickens the sauce to the ideal silky texture, while toasted spices amplify its irresistible aroma. With a prep time of only 5 minutes and versatile storage options, this recipe is your go-to for delicious, authentic Mexican flavors on even the busiest nights.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the all-purpose flour and whisk constantly for 1-2 minutes until the mixture forms a smooth paste and begins to bubble. This is your roux.

Step 3

Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried oregano. Cook for 30 seconds to toast the spices, stirring continuously.

Step 4

Add the tomato paste and stir until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, making sure to break up any lumps of flour to create a smooth sauce.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low.

Step 7

Simmer the sauce for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.

Step 8

Season with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting the seasoning as needed.

Step 9

Remove from heat and use immediately or allow to cool and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	594.7 grams (594.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	459

Total Fat 27.10g	35%
Saturated Fat 3.90g	20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.80g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2721mg	118%
Total Carbohydrate 43.30g	16%
Dietary Fiber 11.90g	43%
Total Sugars 5.20g
Protein 10.80g	22%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 96mg	7%
Iron 8mg	46%
Potassium 860mg	18%

*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: 53.0%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 37.6%