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Mexican Red Chile Sauce Recipe for Menudo, Enchiladas, Chile Colorado, Tamales & Asado de Puerco🌶️

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Mexican Red Chile Sauce

Cultural Context

Mexican Red Chile Sauce is a staple in Mexican cuisine, often used as a base for various dishes such as enchiladas, tamales, and tacos. Its rich, smoky flavor comes from the dried chiles, which are a key ingredient in many traditional Mexican sauces. The sauce reflects the diverse culinary heritage of Mexico, influenced by indigenous ingredients and Spanish colonization. Each region may have its own variations, showcasing local chiles and spices.

MexicanMXother
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
6 oz dried red chiles
4 cloves garlic
1 medium onion
4 medium tomatoes
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups water

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

dried red chiles

🥗Healthier: fresh red bell peppers

💰Cheaper: canned tomato sauce

Fresh bell peppers can provide a similar sweetness and flavor, while canned tomato sauce is often more affordable.

garlic

💰Cheaper: garlic powder

Garlic powder is a budget-friendly alternative that still provides garlic flavor.

onion

💰Cheaper: green onions

Green onions are often cheaper and can add a similar flavor.

tomatoes

🥗Healthier: canned tomatoes

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Canned tomatoes are usually less expensive and can be more convenient.

1

Remove stems and seeds from dried red chiles.

2

Toast chiles in a dry skillet until fragrant.

3

Soak toasted chiles in hot water for 15 minutes.

4

Blend soaked chiles with garlic, onion, tomatoes, cumin, and salt until smooth.

5

Adjust consistency with water as needed.

6

Simmer sauce in a saucepan for 10 minutes to meld flavors.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Salsa RojaSalsa de Chile Rojo
Local Name: salsa roja

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