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Kim Glee
Posted on 6 April 2026

Originally from cookit.recipes

The perfect sauce for those Tex-Mex recipes, from enchiladas to tacos.

Enchilada Sauce

Enchilada Sauce
Prep Time

5 min

Cook Time

20 min

Servings

1

Ingredients

2 cups chicken broth

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

1 tablespoon chili powder

1/4 teaspoon oregano

3 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 tablespoon flour

2 tablespoons tomato puree

Instructions
1

Combine oil and flour in a saucepan, mixing until smooth. Heat on medium until bubbly.

2

Add tomato puree and all herbs and spices; mix thoroughly.

3

Gradually pour in chicken broth while stirring to prevent lumps.

4

Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 15-20 minutes until thickened.

Tags
Sauces
Tex-Mex