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5-Minute Red Enchilada Sauce
A silky, spiced red sauce made in one bowl with just four pantry staples. Perfect for smothering enchiladas, burritos, or rice bowls.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 6
- Calories
- 28
- Protein
- 1g

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Ingredients
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Step 1
Pour tomato sauce into a bowl.
Step 2
Add chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder to the bowl.
Step 3
Whisk until smooth and well combined, breaking up any lumps.
Step 4
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 5
Use immediately or store in the fridge up to one week.
Tools you’ll need
- medium bowl
- whisk
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