Description
This bold and smoky Ranchero Sauce is the perfect addition to eggs, tacos, burritos, and more. Packed with tomatoes, jalapeños, and spices, it’s easy to make and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium fresh tomatoes, chopped
- 1 medium white onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and chopped
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add vegetable oil.
- Add diced onion, garlic, and jalapeños. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add chopped tomatoes and tomato paste. Cook for 5–7 minutes until tomatoes begin to break down.
- Stir in cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Simmer the sauce for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Transfer to a blender or use an immersion blender to blend until smooth or desired texture.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve warm over your favorite dishes.
Notes
- Roast the tomatoes and onions beforehand for deeper flavor.
- Add lime juice before serving for extra brightness.
- Freeze leftovers in small containers for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Ranchero Sauce, homemade sauce, Mexican sauce, spicy tomato sauce, vegan sauce