Ancho Sauce
Ancho sauce is a smoky and mildly spicy Mexican sauce made from dried ancho chilies, tomatoes, and a blend of seasonings, adding depth and flavor to a wide range of dishes.
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Ingredients
Sauce
- 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
- 1/4 block Abuelita Mexican hot chocolate
- 1.5 Tbsp. black mole paste
- 4 cups blended tomato
- 1/4 cup chile ancho paste
- 3/4 tsp. kosher salt
Instructions
- In a large sauce pan, heat oil over medium high heat. Add abuelita chocolate and black mole paste. Stir frequently until melted and lightly toasted. Add in blended tomato, chile ancho paste, and kosher salt. Stir until there is no foam on top of the sauce and it becomes a dark brown color. Taste and adjust seasoning to preference.
Nutrition
Calories: 86kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 303mg | Potassium: 504mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 4126IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg