Green Sauce For Burritos, Enchiladas
Creamy green sauce with cheese, green chilies, and flavorful spices, perfect for enchiladas and burritos, adding a zesty, cheesy kick to your favorite Mexican dishes.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Melt margarine over medium heat.
- Add flour and stir until smooth.
- Add crushed chicken bouillon cube, milk, dry onion flakes, garlic salt, and cumin.
- Simmer to thicken the sauce, stirring often.
- Add grated cheese and stir to melt.
- Stir in green chilies and heat until hot throughout.
- Pour over enchiladas, burritos, or your preferred dish.
Tips & Substitutions
For a creamier sauce, consider adding a splash of sour cream or cream cheese. If you're out of margarine, butter works well as a substitute. For a spicier kick, mix in some cayenne pepper or jalapeños. This sauce is also great drizzled over grilled chicken or used in Mexican recipes, like in the Mexican Chicken Chili Dip.
Serving Suggestions
This green sauce is perfect over enchiladas, burritos, or even as a dip for tortilla chips. Pair it with a fresh side salad or Spanish rice for a complete meal. It also complements dishes like Pauline's Fiesta Chicken, enhancing the overall flavor profile.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftover green sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, warm it gently on the stove over low heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. If the sauce thickens too much upon cooling, add a splash of milk to restore its creamy consistency.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Green Sauce For Burritos, Enchiladas contains roughly 305 calories, with 8g protein, 40g carbohydrates, and 13g fat. It is an excellent source of iron (37% of the Daily Value) and calcium (21% of the Daily Value), and a good source of protein. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 513mg per serving (22% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this sauce ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the sauce a day in advance and store it in the refrigerator. Just reheat it gently on the stove before serving. This can save time when you're preparing a meal for guests!
What can I substitute for chicken bouillon?
If you prefer a vegetarian option, use vegetable bouillon or a homemade vegetable stock. This will still provide a rich flavor to the sauce while keeping it meat-free.
Can I freeze the green sauce?
Freezing is not recommended for this sauce due to the dairy content, which can separate upon thawing. Instead, it's best enjoyed fresh or stored in the fridge for a few days.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).