Chile Gravy Recipe

1. 1

   Place chiles in a small saucepan and cover with 1 1/2 cups of the vegetable broth.

2. 2

   Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until chiles have softened, about 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Pour chile mixture (with cooking liquid) and onion in a blender, cover the lid with a kitchen towel, and blend on high until smooth, about 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Add remaining 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth and blend to combine.

5. 5

   Heat oil in a medium frying pan over medium heat until hot but not smoking, about 3 minutes.

6. 6

   Add garlic and cook until soft and tender but not browned, about 1 minute.

7. 7

   Add flour and cook, whisking constantly, until flour smells toasted but garlic remains pale in color, about 2 minutes more.

8. 8

   Whisk in ancho chile powder, cumin, and oregano, then slowly pour in chile mixture.

9. 9

   Whisk until chile mixture is completely incorporated, about 2 minutes.

10. 10

    Remove from heat and season well with salt.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.