Easy Cheesy Red Enchilada Sauce Recipe

Spice up your life with this incredibly easy and delicious homemade red enchilada sauce! This recipe, originally found on a package of locally-made tortillas, makes enough to replace a 15-ounce can – but tastes infinitely better. Get ready for vibrant flavor in just 42 minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 42 mins
Calories 78.4 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 5.0 (6 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Easy Cheesy Red Enchilada Sauce

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How to Make Easy Cheesy Red Enchilada Sauce

  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 cup chicken broth, 1/4 cup chili powder, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 40 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

79 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

2g

Carbs

4g