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“Homemade guajillo sauce in a bowl – smoky, rich Mexican red sauce”

Guajillo Sauce Recipe

Guajillo sauce recipe with bold flavor & mild heat. Vegan, gluten-free, and perfect for enchiladas, tacos & more
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 19 minutes
Total Time 29 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 People

Ingredients
  

  • 5 large dried guajillo chiles stemmed
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1 ¼ cup boiling water to cover
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 teaspoons granulated sugar of choice I like to use coconut sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon ground oregano

Instructions
 

  • Instructions
  • In a large bowl add the stemmed dried chiles and garlic cloves. Cover with the boiling water, then cover the bowl with a towel and allow the chiles to soak for 20 minutes or until softened.
  • Add the chiles, garlic and soaking water to a blender or food processor along with the lime juice, sugar, salt, cumin and oregano.
  • Blend until you have a smooth, vibrant red sauce.
  • Enjoy!

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Keyword Guajillo Sauce Recipe