Homemade Enchilada Sauce
Homemade enchilada sauce made from scratch ALWAYS beats that from a can. This rich, creamy and savory enchilada sauce has all the added flavor that you need to enhance all your Mexican meals with a bang!
Mexican food in our home is a staple. If you are a lover of enchiladas like we are, try this Easy Pork Enchiladas, Chicken Enchilada Meal Prep Bowls or Creamy Green Chili Turkey and Egg Enchiladas. And use this homemade enchilada sauce!
This recipe is so easy, so you can bet that while not as simple as opening a can, it is not much harder, and tastes far better.
If you think about the work it takes to go to the store and purchase a can of enchilada sauce, then come home and open it, chances are this homemade sauce will actually require less time and effort.
This authentic enchilada sauce will save you from opening a can of sauce that won’t be nearly as good. It is simple and savory and goes with so many tasty Mexican dishes.
Why this Enchilada Sauce is Better Than Canned
Who doesn’t love a good enchilada!? Nothing ruins it like a bad sauce.
Everything is so fresh, easy to make and delicious! You know you are going to be treated well too!
With a growing family, I decided I better make my own version of enchilada sauce and have it on hand when we are craving a little bit of Mexico.
I have to tell you guys, this is hands down the BEST of the BEST sauce! I even impressed myself with this sauce.
It tastes just like the restaurant, if not better! It is rich and creamy with all the Mexican flavors blended together.
The smell of cooking it, is just as good!
What you need to make enchilada sauce
Simple everyday ingredients that can make a huge difference on your enchiladas.
- Light olive oil
- Flour
- Chili powder
- Garlic salt
- Cumin
- Oregano
- Chicken or vegetable broth
How to make homemade enchilada sauce?
Making enchilada sauce is SO simple and it literally takes minutes with no prep work.
You will be making a roux with the seasonings and chicken or vegetable broth.
When done, pour this sauce over a pan of cooked enchiladas for an authentic Mexican meal that your family will love.
- Heat oil in saucepan on medium heat
- Stir in flour
- Add in all spices, stirring well.
- Slowly stir in chicken or vegetable broth
- Let thicken
Can you make this sauce ahead of time?
This homemade red Enchilada Sauce can be stored in the fridge for up to 1 week in a jar or airtight container.
You can also store enchilada sauce in the freezer in an airtight container or ziplock bag. It will freezer for up to 3 months.
Make this a complete meal
Mexican Mondays is a hit at our house. We love knowing what we are making and enjoy a complete meal all together around the dinner table.
We love to include all things Mexican in our dinner.
Pick from one of each of these and form a meal your family will know and love.
- Sides: Easy Mexican Rice Skillet, Spanish Rice or Mexican Corn Salad.
- Main dish: Chicken Enchilada Meal Prep Bowls or Chicken Enchiladas Bowl (Keto)
- Chips and Salsa: Restaurant Style Blender Salsa, Bean Salsa with Honey Lime Vinaigrette or Mango Avocado Salsa with chips.
- Dessert: Churros or Cinnamon Cream Cheese Stuffed Churro Bites
Tips for making homemade enchilada sauce:
- I am a big lover of Cumin and if you’re not, use less.
- If you’re planning on making your broth from bullion it will be saltier, so make sure to use less salt.
- You’ll want to keep the burner on a lower setting. Let it warm just enough to let the flavors bloom.
Looking for more ways to have an enchilada?!
- Easy Pork Enchilada Soup
- Zesty White Chicken Enchiladas
- Chicken Enchilada Soup
- Roasted Veggie Enchiladas
Homemade Enchilada Sauce
Ingredients
- 2 Tbs light olive oil
- 2 Tbs flour whole wheat works great
- 4 Tbs chili powder if using a hot chili powder, adjust according to taste
- 3/4 tsp garlic salt
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp oregano
- 2 c chicken or vegetable broth
Instructions
- Heat oil in saucepan on medium heat
- Stir in flour
- Add in all spices, stirring well.
- Slowly stir in chicken or vegetable broth
- Let thicken
Notes
Nutrition
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Lauren says
This is the only sauce we use! I don’t even need to look at the recipe anymore, I have it memorized!
Beth Pierce says
What a delicious recipe! Looking forward to enjoying this with enchiladas tonight! Yum!
Katie says
Love how easy yet delicious this is. Thanks for sharing!
Katerina @ diethood .com says
mmmm..this sounds incredibly delicious!! A must make!!
Laura Reese says
I have been wanting to make this!