How to Make Homemade Colorado Sauce
Step #1: Remove the stems and seeds from all the chili peppers and chop them into small pieces. Wash your hands, then fill a bowl with hot water. The possibilities are endless! Its unique blend of spices and ingredients brings a touch of Colorado’s bold culinary style right to your table. What’s more, whipping up a batch of this homemade delight means you’re in control of the flavors – tweak it to your heart’s content! So, grab your apron, and let’s get saucy with Homemade Colorado Sauce. Use this Colorado Sauce in recipes like Chicken Enchiladas, Huevos Rancheros, and Queso Fundido Colorado for a satisfying meal! Step #2: Soak the chili peppers in the hot water for 10-15 minutes, until they soften. Drain, reserving ¼ cup of the soaking water. Step #3: Transfer the soaked peppers to a blender and add the garlic, oregano, cumin, coriander, oil, and salt. Step #4: Pulse the blender a few times. Then, add the stock and the reserved soaking water. Puree until smooth. Step #5: Place a large sauté pan over medium heat on your stovetop. Holding a fine mesh sieve over the pan, pour the contents of the blender through the sieve to strain out any remaining solids. Discard the solids.
