Taco Via Copycat Taco Sauce

Recreate the bold, tangy flavor of your favorite taco nights with this irresistible Taco Via Copycat Taco Sauce! Perfectly balanced with a blend of tomato sauce, white vinegar, and a touch of sweetness, this homemade condiment captures the authentic taste of classic taco sauce. Infused with smoky paprika, zesty chili powder, aromatic garlic and onion powder, and a kick of cayenne, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes. Ideal for drizzling over tacos, burritos, or nachos, or as a flavorful dipping sauce, this versatile creation is a must-have for any Tex-Mex lover. Best of all, it only gets better after a little time in the fridge, allowing the bold spices to intensify. Bring restaurant-quality flavor to your table with this simple yet satisfying taco sauce recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 oz Tomato sauce
• 1 cup Water
• 2 tbsp White vinegar
• 1 tbsp Granulated sugar
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 1 tsp Chili powder
• 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp Onion powder
• 0.5 tsp Ground cumin
• 0.25 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Cayenne pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the tomato sauce and water. Stir until well blended.

Step 2

Add the white vinegar and granulated sugar, and stir to dissolve the sugar completely.

Step 3

Mix in the paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, salt, and cayenne pepper. Stir well to combine all the spices evenly.

Step 4

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature.

Step 7

Transfer the sauce to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Serve the taco sauce chilled or slightly warmed over tacos, burritos, nachos, or as a dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	520.3 grams (520.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	157

Total Fat 4.30g	6%
Saturated Fat 0.50g	3%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 930mg	40%
Total Carbohydrate 25.90g	9%
Dietary Fiber 4.20g	15%
Total Sugars 17.40g
Protein 2.80g	6%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 58mg	4%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 130mg	3%

*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: 25.2%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 67.5%