Tom's Famous Enchilada Sauce Recipe

Name: Tom's Famous Enchilada Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 9 tablespoons vegetable oil; 9 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 cup good quality chili powder, plus; 2 tablespoons good quality chili powder; 6 cups water (can use chicken broth,or half and half of each); 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce; 3 teaspoons salt (can use less,it's up to you); 1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder; ¼ teaspoon cumin (add more or) (optional); 1 12-3 fluid ounces tequila (can use more or less, to taste); 12-1 teaspoon Mexican oregano (optional)

Servings: persons

9 tablespoons vegetable oil
9 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup good quality chili powder, plus
2 tablespoons good quality chili powder
6 cups water (can use chicken broth,or half and half of each)
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
3 teaspoons salt (can use less,it's up to you)
1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
¼ teaspoon cumin (add more or) (optional)
1 12-3 fluid ounces tequila (can use more or less, to taste)
12-1 teaspoon Mexican oregano (optional)

1
Heat the oil and brown the flour (roux).
2
Add the chili powder to the broth/ water and stir to dissolve.
3
Add the water and/or broth mixture to the roux and mix well.
4
Add tomato sauce and seasonings to blend.
5
Bring to a bubbly boil, stirring frequently.
6
Add splash Tequila, if using.
7
**For the roux:.
8
Heat the oil over medium heat, add the flour, then reduce the heat to low or medium low, and stir constantly until the mixture is browned.
9
Be very careful not to burn the flour, as it is no good if burned.
10
Don't leave the saucepan erven for a minute.

1225

kcal

Calories

Fat

234

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 9 tablespoons vegetable oil, 9 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 1 cup good quality chili powder, plus, 2 tablespoons good quality chili powder, and more.

Yes, Tom's Famous Enchilada Sauce falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tom's Famous Enchilada Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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