Ingredients for Chipotle Enchilada Sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup water
- Cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (or 1 clove fresh garlic, minced)
- Oregano
- Chipotle Chiles
- 2 tablespoons chipotle adobo sauce
- 1/2 cup sour cream
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How to Make Chipotle Enchilada Sauce
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Whisk in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture is light brown (a roux), about 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and slowly whisk in 1 cup of chicken broth, ensuring no lumps form.
- Return the saucepan to medium heat and whisk in 1/2 cup of water.
- Add 1 teaspoon of chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon of cumin, 1/4 teaspoon of smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon of oregano, 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 (4 ounce) can of chopped green chiles (undrained), and 2 tablespoons of chipotle adobo sauce.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and whisk in 1/2 cup of sour cream until smooth and creamy.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
32 g
Sugar
17g
Fat
45g
Carbs
5g