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Spicy Homemade Taco Elixir

Craft your own zesty taco elixir at home, bursting with bold flavors and a hint of heat. This spicy sauce is a wallet-friendly alternative to store-bought versions, made with a rich blend of tomato sauce, vinegar, and an array of aromatic spices, simmered until luxuriously thick.

PT25M
25 min
easy
easy
12 servings
12 servings
15kcal
calories
3g
carbohydrates
0g
fat
1g
fiber
1g
protein
352mg
sodium
2g
sugar
0g
unsaturated fat

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) can (455g) tomato sauce
160ml water
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon garlic salt
0.5 teaspoon chili powder
0.5 teaspoon paprika
0.5 teaspoon white sugar
0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Directions

Step 1
Begin by gathering all the required ingredients.
Step 2
In a saucepan, combine the tomato sauce, water, white vinegar, ground cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, garlic salt, chili powder, paprika, sugar, and cayenne pepper.
Step 3
Place the saucepan over low heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Allow the sauce to cook, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly. This should take approximately 20 minutes.
Step 4
Once ready, allow the sauce to cool slightly before serving.