Guajillo Enchilada Sauce

Guajillo enchilada sauce is a savory sauce made primarily from dried guajillo chilies, which are a variety of chili pepper native to Mexico. The chilies are typically rehydrated, blended with other ingredients like tomatoes, garlic, onion, and spices, and then simmered to create a rich, flavorful sauce.

Manufacturers use guajillo enchilada sauce to add a distinct smoky, slightly fruity, and mild chili flavor to a variety of dishes. It is commonly found in Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine, often used as a topping or filling for enchiladas, tacos, burritos, and nachos, as well as in dips and stews.

Guajillo chilies are a natural food ingredient and are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food. The FDA has not established specific regulations for guajillo enchilada sauce as a whole, but its individual components are subject to food additive regulations. JECFA has evaluated capsaicinoids, the compounds that give chilies their heat, and established an acceptable daily intake. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from consuming guajillo enchilada sauce in typical amounts as part of a balanced diet.