Enchilada / Birria Sauce

Enchilada / Birria Sauce

This traditional Mexican sauce makes a rich and flavourful accompaniment to enchiladas, chilaquiles, birria, and tacos.

Ingredients

  • 15 g Guajillo Chiles, dried – 15 chiles
  • 3 Pasilla Peppers, dried
  • 3 tbsp Avocado Oil
  • 1 Onion, raw – small, roughly chopped
  • 6 Garlic, clove
  • 1 tsp Cumin Seeds
  • 2 cup Water
  • 3 cup Vegetable Broth, low-sodium
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable bouillon
  • 1 tsp Ginger, ground
  • 1/4 tsp Allspice, ground
  • Salt – to taste
  • Black Pepper, ground – to taste

Directions

1
Remove the stems from and de-seed the dried chiles.
2
Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
3
Lower the heat and add cumin, guajillo chiles, and pasilla chiles. Stir consistently to mix evenly for another 5 minutes.
4
Add water, cover the pan, and bring to a simmer until the chilis are softened — about another 5 minutes.
5
Remove from heat and allow to cool for at least 20 minutes.
6
Transfer the mixture to the Blender Pitcher and add the remaining ingredients. Attach the Lid. Lock the Pitcher onto the Motor Base.
7
Select SPEED 5 and blend for 45 seconds.
8
Taste and add salt and pepper as needed.
9
Allow to cool completely, then transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 10 days.

Nutritional information

Calories: 30.0 kcal
Protein: 0.0g
Fat: 0.0g
Sat Fat: 0.0g
Carbs: 2.0g
Sugar: 0.0g
Fiber: 0.0g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.