Courtney Parker
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Authentic Enchilada Sauce (Salsa Negra)
This rich and flavorful enchilada sauce, known as Salsa Negra, is made with dried negro chiles, fresh tomatillos, and Roma tomatoes. Perfect for drizzling over enchiladas or using as a dip, this sauce brings a taste of Mexico to your kitchen.
Details
- Cuisine:mexican
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:7
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Recipe Information
- Prep time25 min.
- Cook time10 min.
- Total time35 min.
- Servings16
Ingredients
- 3
- 3/4 pound
- 1/4
- 1 clove
- to cover
- 3/4 pound
- 1/2 teaspoon
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Authentic Enchilada Sauce (Salsa Negra).
Step 1
Start by grabbing a small saucepan and placing the dried negro chile peppers at the bottom.
Step 2
Next, layer in the fresh tomatillos, chopped onion, and peeled garlic, creating a colorful and aromatic base.
Step 3
Pour in just enough water to nearly cover the tomatillos, then gently arrange the halved Roma tomatoes on top, adding a burst of flavor and color.
Step 4
Cover the saucepan and bring the water to a lively boil.
Step 5
Once you see those bubbles dancing, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about five minutes, or until the tomatoes soften beautifully.
Step 6
After that, take the saucepan off the heat and let it cool for around ten minutes—this will help you handle it safely.
Step 7
When you're ready, carefully pour off most of the water, but don’t worry if a little remains; it can add to the sauce's texture.
Step 8
Now, transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until it’s smooth and velvety.
Step 9
To finish off this delightful sauce, season it with chicken bouillon granules to your taste, blending again to ensure everything is well combined.
Step 10
Enjoy the rich flavors of your homemade sauce, perfect for enhancing any dish!.