Taco Sauce
This bold and zesty homemade taco sauce is made with tomato sauce, spices, and apple cider vinegar. Simple to prepare and perfect for tacos, burritos, or nachos—ready in just 15 minutes.
Servings
Ingredients
- 16 oz 2 cups tomato sauce
- ½ cup water
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
Instructions
Combine ingredients:
- In a small saucepan, combine the tomato sauce, water, apple cider vinegar, ground cumin, granulated sugar, onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
Heat the mixture:
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the ingredients are well incorporated. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Simmer the sauce:
- Reduce the heat to low and allow the sauce to simmer uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce should thicken slightly and develop a deeper flavor.
Cool and store:
- Remove the sauce from the heat and allow it to cool. Transfer to a clean, airtight glass jar or container and refrigerate until ready to use.
Notes
To Make This Recipe Gluten-Free: To ensure this taco sauce is gluten-free, verify that all spice blends and the tomato sauce are certified gluten-free, as some brands may include hidden additives or thickeners containing gluten. Apple cider vinegar is typically gluten-free, but it is also wise to double-check labeling. Once verified, proceed with the same preparation steps.