Mexican Red Sauce

Popular Mexican sauce made with tomatoes, basil and garlic. This can be used as a base for many curries or can be served even as a dip. This is Sanjeev Kapoor exclusive recipe.

By Sanjeev Kapoor 09 Jan 2014 in Videos Veg

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Duration	00:02:16
Preparation time	11-15 minutes
Cooking time	11-15 minutes
Course	Gravies sauces and stocks
Cuisine	Mexican
Ingredients	Tomatoes, Spices
Description	How to make Mexican Red Sauce
Others	Veg

Ingredients

4 tomatoes, blanched and chopped
1 teaspoon red chilli powder
1 teaspoon paprika powder
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons crushed garlic
Salt to taste
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon fresh oregano

Method

Place tomatoes in a blender jar alongwith red chilli powder, paprika powder, basil and very little water. Puree till smooth.
Heat butter in a non-stick pan. Add garlic and sauté till pink.
Add pureed tomato mixture, stir to mix and cook till thick.
Add salt, sugar, oregano, mix well and continue to cook for 2 minutes.
Use as required.

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