Enchilada Sauce

Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Enchilada Sauce
30 min.
30
40kcal

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Are you ready to add a burst of flavor to your dishes? This homemade Enchilada Sauce is the perfect solution for anyone looking to elevate their meals while keeping things vegetarian, vegan, and dairy-free! With just a handful of wholesome ingredients, you can create a rich and savory sauce that serves up to 30 people, making it ideal for gatherings or meal prep.

Imagine the aroma of spices wafting through your kitchen as you sauté onions and garlic in a splash of vegetable oil. The combination of chili powder, cumin, and oregano comes together to create a warm, hearty flavor profile that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're drenching enchiladas, drizzling over tacos, or mixing into your favorite casserole, this versatile sauce brings depth to any dish without overwhelming it.

In just 30 minutes, you'll transform simple pantry staples like tomato sauce and flour into a delicious sauce that packs a punch with only 40 calories per serving! With its impressive caloric breakdown, this Enchilada Sauce is not only a flavorful addition to your meals, but it's also a guilt-free pleasure. Dive into the world of homemade sauces and explore the endless possibilities that this Enchilada Sauce provides!

Ingredients

  • 16 oz tomato sauce canned
  • 0.3 cup chili powder 
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  •  garlic clove minced
  • teaspoons ground cumin 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper red
  • cup onion minced
  • teaspoon oregano dried
  • 1.3 teaspoons salt 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Cook first 2 ingredients in hot oil in a large saucepan over medium heat, stirring often, 2 minutes. Stir in onion; cook, stirring often, 3 minutes or until tender.
  2. Add garlic; cook, stirring often, 1 minute. Stir in remaining ingredients and 3 cups water. Cook, stirring often, 15 minutes or until thickened.

Nutrition Facts

Calories40kcal
Protein6.11%
Fat63.59%
Carbs30.3%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.3
Glycemic Load
0.99
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
2.8665217161179%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.27mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
1.09mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:40.48kcal
2.02%
Fat:3.1g
4.77%
Saturated Fat:0.48g
2.98%
Carbohydrates:3.32g
1.11%
Net Carbohydrates:2.24g
0.81%
Sugar:0.92g
1.02%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:201.44mg
8.76%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.67g
1.34%
Vitamin A:659.94IU
13.2%
Vitamin E:1.22mg
8.11%
Vitamin K:7.98µg
7.6%
Fiber:1.09g
4.35%
Manganese:0.08mg
3.94%
Iron:0.67mg
3.71%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.48%
Potassium:97.44mg
2.78%
Vitamin B3:0.46mg
2.3%
Copper:0.04mg
2.18%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.14%
Vitamin C:1.62mg
1.96%
Magnesium:6.76mg
1.69%
Phosphorus:14.09mg
1.41%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.4%
Selenium:0.94µg
1.34%
Calcium:13.12mg
1.31%
Folate:5.03µg
1.26%
Source:My Recipes