Ingredient

Red Enchilada Sauce

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Manufacturers use red enchilada sauce to add flavor, color, and moisture to dishes. It …

What it is

Red enchilada sauce is a savory sauce commonly used in Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine. It is typically made from dried chili peppers (like ancho, guajillo, or pasilla), tomatoes, onions, garlic, and spices. The sauce can be mild or spicy depending on the types and amounts of chilies used.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use red enchilada sauce to add flavor, color, and moisture to dishes. It is a key component in enchiladas, providing a rich, complex taste. It is also found in casseroles, dips, and as a sauce for grilled meats.

Health notes

Red enchilada sauce is a food product, not a single ingredient with a regulatory status. Its health implications depend on the individual ingredients it contains. For example, sodium content can be high in commercially prepared sauces. The FDA regulates the ingredients used in sauces to ensure they are safe for consumption. Some spices may have antioxidant properties, but these effects are typically minor in the context of a sauce.

Allergen info

Red enchilada sauce is not a major allergen. However, some recipes may contain wheat flour as a thickener, which would make it a source of gluten.

Products containing Red Enchilada Sauce

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Steve Madden, Ltd. Chicken Enchilada Casserole Other Deli High in sodium — 37% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 30% DV per serving 173kcal 11.8Protein 8.2Fat 12.7Carbs Ahold USA, Inc. Chicken Enchiladas Other Deli High in sodium — 31% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 174kcal 10.9Protein 7.6Fat 17.4Carbs Raley's Chicken With Ancient Grains And Roasted Poblano Other Deli High in sodium — 26% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 138kcal 9.4Protein 4.0Fat 16.7Carbs Raley's Red Chili Chicken Enchiladas Other Deli High in sodium — 37% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 185kcal 11.4Protein 9.8Fat 14.7Carbs Relish Labs LLC Red Chicken Enchiladas White Chicken Meat And Cheese Enchilada Filling Rolled In A Corn Tortilla Topped With Red Sauce And Monterey Jack Cheese, Red Chicken Enchiladas Other Deli High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 171kcal 9.2Protein 7.2Fat 18.4Carbs Relish Labs LLC Red Vegetable Enchiladas Onions And Roasted Red Pepper Blend, Oaxaca Cheese, And Black Bean Enchilada Filling Rolled In A Corn Tortilla Topped With Red Sauce And Cilantro, Red Vegetable Enchiladas Other Deli High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 172kcal 7.4Protein 7.4Fat 20.9Carbs Garland Ventures,Ltd Chicken Enchiladas Smothered In Cheese And Red Sauce With Mexican Rice, Chicken Other Deli High in sodium — 86% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 162kcal 10.9Protein 1.0Fat 25.9Carbs Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Seasoned Pulled Chicken Layered With Enchilada Sauce, Cheese And Tortilla Strips Bowl, Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Golden West Trading, Inc. Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Seasoned Pulled Chicken Layered With Enchilada Sauce, Cheese And Tortilla Strips Bowl, Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 37% DV per serving 195kcal 11.6Protein 11.3Fat 12.0Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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