Authentic Red Chili Sauce Recipe | Easy Homemade Chili Paste

INGREDIENTS

3 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil 1 clove garlic, minced 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1/3 cup mild chili powder 2 cups water 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon salt

PREPARATION:

1. Heat oil in 3-quart pan over low heat. Add garlic; cook 2 minutes or just until golden. Add flour and cook, stirring constantly, until mixture is bubbling and a light golden color. Blend in chili powder. Stir in water; add oregano and salt. Increase heat to medium; cook, stirring constantly, until sauce is thick and boiling. Reduce heat to low so sauce stays warm but does not boil.

This recipe appears in: Chicken Enchiladas  /  Mexican