What is enchilada sauce made of?

What is Enchilada Sauce? Red enchilada sauce may also be called salsa roja, salsa roja para enchiladas or mole rojo. It is a sauce made out of ancho/ pasilla/New Mexico and/or Cascabel chiles, onion, garlic, tomatoes, broth, cumin, oregano, etc. all blended together then simmered until thickened.

Is enchilada sauce spicy?

How hot is enchilada sauce? The heat of the enchilada sauces can range from mild to hot, depending on the type of chili used in the recipe. For example, Ancho chili base sauces can be mild, while the ones with serrano pepper will be hot.

What is the secret to good enchiladas?

The most important tip for avoiding soggy enchiladas is to briefly fry your tortillas in hot oil before you fill and roll. This creates a little bit of a barrier so that the tortillas don't soak up too much of the sauce and therefore start to break down.

What is a good substitute for enchilada sauce?

Tomato sauce is a good way to replace enchilada sauce if you're looking for a milder alternative. It's easy to take a pre-made tomato sauce and spice it and add other ingredients to get closer to a real enchilada sauce.

Is there a difference between red enchilada sauce and enchilada sauce?

The main difference is that red sauce is made from dried red chile peppers instead of green peppers, and the spices used are sometimes slightly different.

Can canned enchilada sauce go bad?

Most shelf-stable foods are safe indefinitely. In fact, canned goods will last for years, as long as the can itself is in good condition (no rust, dents, or swelling).

How to make enchilada sauce better?

Improving upon canned enchilada sauce If you're using fresh garlic, onion, or peppers, sauté those first in a bit of oil, then combine the butter, stock, and seasonings. Mix in the flour to thicken it, then pour in that canned enchilada sauce, and bring the mixture to a boil.

Is enchilada sauce just salsa?

The biggest difference between the two condiments is that enchilada sauce is made of cooked ingredients whereas salsa verde is concocted of raw ingredients (Don't worry, we'll get into what those ingredients are soon). Another key difference is the consistency.

How is enchilada sauce different from salsa?

Salsa vs Enchilada Sauce These two sauces might overlap in their ingredients, but the key difference is that enchilada sauce is thin, smooth, and served hot. It's also considered an important part of dishes like enchiladas, while salsa roja is a cold table sauce that can be added to anything.

Is enchilada sauce the same as spaghetti sauce?

Enchilada sauce will not taste the same, and I doubt would come together well with the pasta. Any kind of pasta sauce is prepared in such a way that it clings to and melds with pasta.

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posted by Christy Denneyon Jan 12, 2017 (updated May 2, 2022) 35 comments »

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This Beef Enchilada Dip recipe is so easy and feeds a crowd! Itmay be simple but with ingredients like beef, onions, enchilada sauce, and a whole lot of cheese, it’s packed with flavor.

ENCHILADA BEEF DIP

My motto for the New Year is K.I.S.S.

If you don’t know what K.I.S.S.stands for it means Keep It Simple Stupid.

When I start getting ideas for recipes sometimes I get carried away and try to add anything I can in sight. What I’ve learned over the years is that more isn’t always more.

Too many ingredients can sometimes compete with each other rather than letting the flavors of the dish shine.

When I was brainstorming the ingredients for this dip I asked my husband what he thought classic beef enchiladas should have in them.

He said, “Beef, onions, cheese, enchilada sauce, and tortillas.”

So that’s exactly what I did. Start off my browning some beef and onion with a little garlic (because everything needs garlic in it).

Next, pour some Old El Paso enchilada sauce in and bring it to a bubble.

Cheese…good enchiladas have plenty of cheese!

You can’t forget your tortilla or in this case your tortilla chip!

Now if you want to get fancy you can add a big dollop of sour cream and olives in the middle and sprinkle it with chopped cilantro. The best part is that this feeds a crowd!

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Beef Enchilada Dip

4.50 from 16 votes

This Beef Enchilada Dip recipe is so easy and feeds a crowd! Itmay be simple but with ingredients like beef, onions, enchilada sauce, and a whole lot of cheese, it's packed with flavor.

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Prep Time: 5 minutes mins

Cook Time: 10 minutes mins

Total Time: 15 minutes mins

Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1/2 large onion, , diced finely (about 1 cup)
2 cloves garlic, , minced
2 (10 oz) cans Old El Paso red enchilada sauce
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
(optional) chopped cilantro, sour cream, or olives for garnish
Tortilla chips for dipping

Instructions

In a large skillet (12-inch), brown the beef and onion. Add the garlic and cook for about a minute. Drain the meat.
Add the enchilada sauce to the meat and stir until combined. Bring mixture up to medium-high heat.
Sprinkle the cheddar cheese evenly over the mixture. Reduce heat to low. Cover and let the cheese melt.
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Garnish with cilantro and serve with tortilla chips for dipping.

Notes

You can broil the cheese at the end to get it nice and bubbly.

Add sour cream and olives to the center of the dip and let everyone scoop a little with each dip.

Cuisine: Mexican

Course: Appetizer

Author: Christy Denney

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originally published on Jan 12, 2017 (last updated May 2, 2022)

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35 comments on “Beef Enchilada Dip”

Shelby — Mon, 24 Jun 2019 @ 22:20:23 EDT Reply
I’m Keto and this was a great recipe for me. Good enough without tortillas and worked great with plain pork rinds. So simple and delicious.
- Christy Denney — Wed, 17 Jul 2019 @ 02:11:18 EDT Reply
  Good to know it’s keto-friendly.
Katy — Tue, 01 Jan 2019 @ 11:03:10 EST Reply
This was very easy and good! I made it the night before a party. I added refried beans to the bottom of the pan and then put the beef mixture over top, sprinkled with cheese. It was baked for 20-30 minutes. Everyone loved it!
- Christy Denney — Tue, 15 Jan 2019 @ 22:48:41 EST Reply
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  Haha thanks! I love your additions!
Ryan — Sun, 26 Aug 2018 @ 17:04:10 EDT Reply
Making this now in a skillet. Drained all the grease and followed the recipe to a tee….well actually I changed to sharp instead of cheddae and herbes de provence instead of cilantro. Then baked with 8 slices of a southern blend cheese slice. Rave reviews! Thank you for the idea! 🤘😎
- Christy Denney — Mon, 27 Aug 2018 @ 22:20:35 EDT Reply
  Awesome! it’s pretty simple yet good.
Devayani — Thu, 10 May 2018 @ 03:42:25 EDT Reply
Wow, really, I can’t get over that delicious taste! So simple and yet – sooo great. Thank you for this recipe.
- Christy Denney — Tue, 15 May 2018 @ 22:03:21 EDT Reply
  You’re welcome!
Amy J — Thu, 12 Apr 2018 @ 00:56:03 EDT Reply
ill be trying this using shredded chicken.
- Christy Denney — Fri, 13 Apr 2018 @ 17:35:03 EDT Reply
  That sounds awesome.
Toni Reynolds — Thu, 22 Mar 2018 @ 09:36:39 EDT Reply
do you think you could convert this to a crock pot
- Christy Denney — Thu, 22 Mar 2018 @ 23:01:56 EDT Reply
  Sure. I don’t see why not!
Kim — Mon, 26 Feb 2018 @ 11:16:44 EST Reply
I used chorizo instead of ground beef and it was really yummy.
- Christy Denney — Tue, 06 Mar 2018 @ 21:28:57 EST Reply
  Ooh chorizo is an excellent choice.
Kayla — Tue, 16 Jan 2018 @ 12:32:46 EST Reply
I just made this receipe last night to bring to work today and it was a HUGE hit. Everyone loved it!!! Thank-you so much!!!
- Brooke — Sat, 21 Dec 2019 @ 10:38:33 EST Reply
  Did you put it in a crockpot? Double the ingredients or anything?
Danette Welsh — Sun, 24 Dec 2017 @ 13:28:34 EST Reply
This is exactly what I use for enchilada filling, plus roasted green chilies and refried beans. So yummy as enchilada filling or as a dip! (It’s also gluten free!)
Jade — Sun, 19 Nov 2017 @ 15:19:28 EST Reply
Can’t wait to make this for my Thanksgiving get together. It looks amazing and simple easy to make recipes are my favorite kind 😉
~Jade
- Christy Denney — Mon, 20 Nov 2017 @ 22:28:06 EST Reply
  You’re welcome!
Alka — Sat, 11 Nov 2017 @ 09:20:20 EST Reply
Sounds Very Good. I appreciate !!
- Christy Denney — Mon, 20 Nov 2017 @ 23:03:50 EST Reply
  Thank yOU!
Ayesha — Thu, 14 Sep 2017 @ 02:18:59 EDT Reply
Insanely adorable and delicious !!
Courtney — Sun, 20 Aug 2017 @ 10:38:16 EDT Reply
I’ve been searching all morning for party foods for my hubby’s fight night next weekend. This looks perfect- and how simple to make! I have everything I need for this in my pantry.
Thanks! : )
Riya Ahuja — Sat, 06 May 2017 @ 06:29:52 EDT Reply
this is AWESOME!!! yummy. I can’t wait to try this! Pinned! so healthy!!
- Christy Denney — Sun, 14 May 2017 @ 23:35:39 EDT Reply
  Thanks!
nic — Thu, 09 Feb 2017 @ 19:28:11 EST Reply
I make this with Velveeta, awesome.
- Christy Denney — Tue, 21 Feb 2017 @ 22:35:44 EST Reply
  I’m sure it’s great with Velveeta. I get hate mail if I use Velveeta. Haha.
  - Pat — Tue, 18 Jul 2017 @ 22:36:35 EDT Reply
    Not from me. I LOVE Velveeta.
    Makes the best grilled cheese.
    - Christy Denney — Tue, 18 Jul 2017 @ 23:30:34 EDT Reply
      Haha. I totally agree Pat.
K — Sun, 29 Jan 2017 @ 14:02:02 EST Reply
Just made this… I used one can of enchilada sauce, 1ish cups of cheese, and broiled afterwards. Am currently scarfing this with some greek yogurt as a topping. I added some taco seasonings to the meat, and next time I would definitely add some green onions and/or cilantro for a fresh kick.
- Christy Denney — Sun, 29 Jan 2017 @ 22:13:39 EST Reply
  Sounds like some good additions!
Paige Flamm — Thu, 12 Jan 2017 @ 19:05:24 EST Reply
This dip looks incredible!
Paige
http://thehappyflammily.com
- Christy Denney — Tue, 17 Jan 2017 @ 23:00:12 EST Reply
  Thank you Paige!
Lavinia Polocoser — Thu, 12 Jan 2017 @ 14:40:37 EST Reply
I bet this would even be good if you add pasta to it!! Yum I love all of your recipes I am definitely trying this one.
- Christy Denney — Tue, 17 Jan 2017 @ 23:00:27 EST Reply
  Yessss! I like how you think.

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