Friday, October 12, 2012

Green Tomato Enchilada Sauce


(picture taken from ifood.tv)

Every time we go to a mexican restaurant my husband asks "Do you have green sauce?" He is usually disappointed with the so-called green sauce. Well, I had an over-abundance of green tomatoes and thought I'd make my own. The verdict? Well, let's just say if he had to choose to either marry me all over again or eat that sauce the decision might be a difficult one!  Needless to say, it's a great way to use up those unripened tomatoes after your harvest!

*NOTE: this canning recipe is for about 6 quarts of sauce, and is not exact! Adjust seasonings to your own taste!

Green Tomato Enchilada Sauce by Erin Taylor

In a large pot with heavy bottom (I used an 8 quart pot), add:

(about) 5 quarts pureed green tomatoes. (measured after they are pureed)

Turn on med. heat and let cook while pureeing the following ingredients in a blender:

6-7 Anaheim Chilies, seeds removed (no need to roast or peel)
1 onion
1 bunch cilantro
4-5 jalapenos, seeds removed for mild sauce, or add seeds for more heat.

Stir into pot with tomatoes and let cook a few minutes.

Add 4-5 C. chicken stock and 1/2 c. Poultry Gravy powder. Stir thoroughly.

Next, add:

3-4 Tbsp. Cumin Powder
2 Tbsp Chili Powder
1-2 Tbsp. Garlic Powder or Salt
1/4 C. Olive Oil
Salt to taste

Let simmer for about 10 minutes stirring every few minutes. With a stick blender puree mixture for about 3 minutes to make it smoother.

Remove from heat and pour into sterilized quart jars. Process according to directions on canner.

2 comments:

Whitnie Wells said...

I am going to try this tomorrow. But, now I need you recipe on how to make the enchiladas that you make with the sauce? Will you Facebook it to me? Thanks!

Lindy said...

Gorgeous picture and lovely blog! Thank you Erin! You are the best cook ever.

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