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

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.

Remove stems and seeds from dried red chiles.

Toast chiles in a dry skillet until fragrant.

Soak toasted chiles in hot water for 15 minutes.

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

Adjust consistency with water as needed.

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

Cooking Techniques

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