Sour Cream Enchilada Sauce Recipe: A Creamy Delight
This sour cream enchilada sauce recipe is a creamy, tangy, and flavorful addition to your favorite enchiladas. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this sauce elevates any dish with its rich taste and smooth texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups 1x
- Category: breakfast, lunch, dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually add chicken broth, stirring constantly until thickened.
- Reduce heat and stir in sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and cumin.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and stir in cilantro if using.
Notes
- For a spicier sauce, add chopped jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- This sauce can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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