Enchiladas Rojas

Step 2: Blend the sauce

Enchilada sauce

  • Ancho Peppers
    3-4
  • Chipotles in Adobo
    3-4
  • Garlic
    2-3 cloves
  • Water
    as needed
  • Salt
    a sprinkle

Enchilada components

  • Onions
    1/4

In the meantime, remove the seeds and stems from the dried chiles. Optionally, you can the chiles on a cast iron pan. Add the chiles to a small pot of water and for 10 minutes or until they become soft. Afterward, set them aside without draining the water.

In a blender, combine the hydrated chiles, garlic, another 1/4 piece of onion, and some of the chile water. Blend these ingredients until you achieve a smooth consistency. Add more water as necessary to ensure the sauce is fairly thin.