The Best Enchilada Sauce

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This is the enchilada sauce I mentioned in the Enchilada recipe I posted.

Ingredients – I double this recipe, I ran out of sauce.

  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil (or vegetable oil, or any other neutral oil)
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose or gluten-free flour
  • 4 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 cups chicken or vegetable stock

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sauce
    • Heat oil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat.
    • Add flour and whisk together over the heat for one minute.
    • Stir in the remaining seasonings (chili powder through oregano).
    • Gradually add in the stock, whisking constantly to remove lumps.
    • Reduce heat and simmer 10-15 minutes until slightly thickened.
  2. Usage and Storage
    • Use with this Enchilada recipe
    • Once cooled, store in refrigerator for up to 7 days or freeze in container for up to 6 months.

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