Chile Colorado (Basic Red Chile Sauce)

Chile Colorado (Basic Red Chile Sauce)

Ingredients

2 tablespoons shortening
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons flour
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 - 3/4 cup Red Chile Powder
Oregano (optional)
Comino-Cummin (optional)
2 cups cold water*

Directions

Heat shortening in a medium saucepan on medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
Add chile powder and cook for an additional minute.
Gradually add the water and stir, making sure that no lumps form.
Add seasonings to sauce and simmer at low heat for 10-15 minutes.

* For a more mild flavor, tomato juice may be substituted.

NOTE: One pound of cooked beef or pork, ground, cubed, or shredded, may be added.

Yield: 2 cups

Cooking Time: 10-15 minutes Temperature: Medium, Low Freezes Well