chili gravy for enchiladas

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93 Pinches
Middletown, OH
Updated on Jan 10, 2010

Whenever we go to San Antonio, TX we always get the best enchiladas, so I decided to find out how they make their yummy enchilada sauce! I use this always and NEVER will use a can sauce again! My family loves these the best and I can't wait to show my dad that I can make them!

prep time 10 Min
cook time 15 Min
method ---
yield Makes 2 cups of gravy

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup all purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried mexican oregano
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 cups chicken broth or water
  • 1/2 can chili with no beans

How To Make chili gravy for enchiladas

  • Step 1
    Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the flour and continue stirring for 3-4 minutes until it make a light brown roux. Add all of the dry ingredients. Add the chicken broth and the 1/2 can of chili, mixing and stirring until the sauce thickens.
  • Step 2
    Turn the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 15 minutes. Add water to adjust the thickness.

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