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Red Chili Sauce (Mexican Recipe)

Red Chili Sauce (Mexican Recipe)

Preparation

Step 1


Remove the stems and seeds from the dried chili peppers.


Step 2


Place the peppers on a baking sheet and roast them in a 350-degree Fahrenheit oven for 2-5 minutes or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn them.


Step 3


Soak the peppers in hot water for 30 minutes or until cool.


Step 4


In a blender, combine the peppers and 2 and 1/2 cups of the soaking water, garlic, cumin, and salt. Blend until smooth.


Step 5


In a saucepan, stir the flour into the oil or melted shortening over medium heat until browned.


Step 6


Carefully stir in the blended chili mixture and simmer uncovered for 5-10 minutes or until slightly thickened.


Step 7


Add up to 1 cup of the remaining soaking water to reach your desired consistency if the sauce becomes too thick.


Step 8


Pour the sauce over tamales or your favorite Mexican dish, and enjoy







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Ingredients

  • 15 large dried chili peppers (such as Anaheim, New Mexico, California, or pasilla)

  • 4-5 garlic cloves

  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil or melted shortening

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