Mexican Sauce Recipe

jalapeños

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: green chilies

Bell peppers provide a milder flavor and are often more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has health benefits, while vegetable oil is cost-effective.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley can mimic the flavor of cilantro in a pinch.

fresh tomatoes

🥗Healthier: canned tomatoes

💰Cheaper: tomato paste

Canned tomatoes offer convenience and cost savings.

Heat olive oil in a pan.

Add chopped garlic and onion, sauté until fragrant.

Add chopped celery and basil leaves, stir well.

Season with white pepper powder, red chilli powder, oregano, sugar, and chilli flakes.

Mix in the red chilli paste and strained tomato puree, and cook until combined.

Add tomato ketchup and stir to blend all ingredients together.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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