Smoky Chipotle Enchilada Sauce
This robust and smoky enchilada sauce enriches any Mexican dish with its depth of flavor. Blending chipotle peppers with aromatic spices, this sauce offers a perfect balance of heat and creaminess, making it an excellent accompaniment for enchiladas, tacos, or a flavorful marinade.
2
Servings
175
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter or oil
2 tablespoons (melted)
flour
2 tablespoons (all-purpose)
broth
1 cup (beef, veggie, or chicken)
water
1 cup
cumin
1 teaspoon (ground)
garlic
3 cloves (minced)
oregano
1 teaspoon (dried)
canned chipotle chiles
3-4 (seeded and minced)
adobo sauce
2 tablespoons (reserved from can)
sour cream
2 tablespoons
Instructions
1
In a small saucepan, melt the butter or heat the oil over medium heat.
2
Gradually stir in the flour, whisking constantly, and cook until the mixture turns light brown, about 2-3 minutes. This forms your roux.
3
Remove the saucepan from the heat and slowly incorporate the broth, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
4
Return the saucepan to medium heat and add the water while whisking to integrate.
5
Stir in the cumin, minced garlic, oregano, minced chipotle chiles, and adobo sauce, ensuring all ingredients are well combined.
6
Simmer the sauce uncovered for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.
7
Remove from heat and whisk in the sour cream until smooth and creamy.
8
Adjust seasoning to taste if necessary before serving or using.
Nutrition Information
14g
Fat
9g
Carbs
2.5g
Protein
1g
Fiber
1.5g
Sugar
300mg
Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smoky Chipotle Enchilada Sauce?
It is a robust and smoky sauce made with chipotle peppers, aromatic spices, and sour cream, ideal for Mexican dishes like enchiladas and tacos.
What are the primary ingredients in this sauce?
The main ingredients include butter or oil, flour, broth, water, cumin, garlic, dried oregano, canned chipotle chiles, adobo sauce, and sour cream.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 2 servings.
How many calories are in a serving of this sauce?
There are 175 calories per serving.
Can I use oil instead of butter?
Yes, you can use either 2 tablespoons of butter or 2 tablespoons of oil to start the roux.
What kind of broth is recommended for this recipe?
You can use beef, vegetable, or chicken broth depending on your preference.
How long does the sauce need to simmer?
The sauce should simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the texture to thicken.
Is this enchilada sauce spicy?
Yes, the use of 3-4 chipotle chiles and adobo sauce gives it a smoky heat.
When should I add the sour cream?
The sour cream should be whisked in at the very end, after removing the saucepan from the heat.
How much fat is in one serving?
Each serving contains 14g of fat.
Can I use this sauce as a marinade?
Yes, it is described as an excellent accompaniment for enchiladas or as a flavorful marinade.
What type of oregano should I use?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of dried oregano.
How do I prepare the chipotle peppers?
The canned chipotle chiles should be seeded and minced before being added to the sauce.
What is the purpose of the flour in this recipe?
The flour is whisked with the fat to create a roux, which acts as a thickening agent for the sauce.
How much sodium is in this sauce?
The sauce contains 300mg of sodium per serving.
Can I make this sauce vegetarian?
Yes, by using vegetable broth and ensuring your other ingredients are plant-based, it is easily made vegetarian.
How much garlic is required?
The recipe requires 3 cloves of minced garlic.
Does this sauce contain any fiber?
Yes, there is 1g of fiber per serving.
What is adobo sauce?
Adobo sauce is the liquid reserved from the can of chipotle chiles; you will need 2 tablespoons for this recipe.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 9g of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the first step in making the sauce?
The first step is to melt the butter or heat the oil in a small saucepan over medium heat.
Is there any protein in this sauce?
Yes, each serving provides 2.5g of protein.
How much cumin should I add?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of ground cumin.
Can I adjust the seasoning at the end?
Yes, the instructions suggest adjusting the seasoning to taste before serving.
How much sugar does the sauce have?
The sauce contains 1.5g of sugar per serving.
What do I do if the sauce is too thick?
While the recipe doesn't explicitly state it, you can generally add a small amount of extra broth or water to reach your desired consistency.
Is this recipe considered easy?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe.
What texture should the final sauce have?
The final sauce should be smooth and creamy, thanks to the addition of sour cream.
Can I use fresh oregano instead of dried?
The recipe specifies dried oregano, but you could use fresh if you adjust the quantity to your taste.
How do I prevent lumps in the sauce?
To avoid lumps, remove the pan from the heat and incorporate the broth slowly while stirring continuously.