Enchilada Sauce Mix
A homemade enchilada sauce pantry mix is a simple, flavorful blend of spices like chili powder, garlic, and cumin that lets you create fresh, healthy sauce in minutes. It is a convenient, customizable alternative to store-bought options, perfect for adding bold, smoky flavor to your favorite dishes.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup chili powder
- 3/4 cup dried onion flakes
- 1/2 cup paprika
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup salt or salt substitute
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup ground cumin
- 1/4 cup garlic powder
- 2 TB oregano
- 2 TB cayenne
To Use:
- 1 cup Water
- 1 cup tomato Sauce
- 4-5 TB Enchilada Sauce Mix
Instructions
- To make dry mix, whisk 3/4 cup chili powder, 3/4 cup dried onion flakes, 1/2 cup paprika, 1/2 cup cornstarch,1/4 cup salt or salt substitute, 1/4 cup sugar, 1/4 cup ground cumin, 1/4 cup garlic powder,2 TB oregano, 2 TB cayenne together and store in an airtight container.
- In a saucepan combine the 1 cup tomato sauce and 1/2 cup water in a saucepan over medium heat, bringing it to a boil. In a small bowl combine 4-5 TB of enchilada sauce mix and 1/2 cup cold water, stirring well to combine. Pour the mixture into the tomato sauce/water mixture and bring to a boil stirring frequently. Reduce heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes for the flavors to marry.