Easy Homemade Taco Sauce
This Homemade Taco Sauce is an easy way to add flavor to your favorite tacos and quesadillas. It’s similar to the Ortega brand taco sauce and can be made with a handful of staple ingredients.
Servings: 32
Calories: 6
Ingredients
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- ⅔ cup water
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon white sugar
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a medium saucepan. Stir until well combined.
- Bring to a simmer over low heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, about 20 minutes.
- Cool slightly. Transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks.
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Notes
- Ways to use: Try this sauce on tacos, quesadillas, eggs, and so much more!
- How to freeze: Allow sauce to cool completely then transfer to a freezer-safe container or resealable bag and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. You can warm it slightly before using it if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1tablespoon | Calories: 6kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 147mg | Potassium: 54mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 106IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 0.3mg