This Instant Pot Enchilada Sauce is a quick recipe that tastes far better than canned enchilada sauce! It’s gluten-free, vegan, and best of all, it’s really easy to make in your Instant Pot or pressure cooker .
I’ve tried canned enchilada sauces and I’m not that impressed with them. They’re okay, not great. They tend to be a little thin and lack flavor.
Since an Instant Pot allows me to make sauces quickly, yet have them taste like they cooked all day, I figured it was time to give an enchilada sauce a whirl in the Instant Pot, and I’m really glad I did. After you make this Instant Pot Enchilada Sauce once, you won’t ever want to buy canned again.
How to Make Instant Pot Enchilada Sauce
- Throw everything in the pot, putting tomatoes in last to prevent them from scorching
- Cook at HP for 10, NPR
- Blend using an immersion blender, and you’re done.
This Instant Pot Enchilada Sauce is a definitely a dump and run recipe. Throw all ingredients in the Instant Pot, blend once done and freeze some. Once all done, it made about 3.5 to 4 cups of sauce for me.
How spicy is this sauce?
It definitely had a kick of spice with the proportions below, so reduce the chili powder and the chipotle chile if you need to. I think it will be good this way because, by the time you’ve cooked it with tortillas, meat, cheese, etc., you don’t want the sauce to be completely washed out. But try it with less and you can always add more.
Why use fire-roasted tomatoes?
They have a slightly smoky flavor that I love and look at the little flecks of black in the sauce below. That’s from those canned tomatoes. Very easy to get a little smoky flavor by using those. But if you can’t find it, just use regular tomatoes for this Instant Pot Enchilada Sauce. There’s enough flavor in the rest of the sauce to compensate.
What recipes can I use this Instant Pot Enchilada Sauce in?
I use about two cups to make my chicken enchilada casserole and you can always use it instead of the jarred sauce in this Lazy Person Chicken Enchilada recipe too.
Can you freeze this sauce?
Yes! Tomato-based sauces tend to freeze very well. This Instant Pot Enchilada Sauce is no exception and works great from frozen. In fact, I usually make a big batch of this, use what I need, and freeze the rest.
Why do I have to put the tomatoes in last?
Putting the tomatoes in last reduces your chances of getting a burn notice on your Instant Pot when making this sauce. It’s also important not to mix the ingredients after putting the tomatoes in, or you could get a burn notice then too.
Other Recipes to Try
Lazy Enchilada Casserole
- Here’s an easy, Lazy Enchilada Casserole recipe for your Instant Pot.
- Check out this fabulous list of Instant Pot Mexican Recipes | 35 Best Pressure Cooker Mexican Recipes
- This easy Black Bean soup recipe is also a popular favorite. https://twosleevers.com/pressure-cooker-black-bean-soup/
Fire-Roasted Enchilada Sauce
Equipment
- INSTANT POT DUO 6 QUART
- KITCHENAID IMMERSION BLENDER
Ingredients
- ▢ 1/2 ( 0.5 ) Red Onion. chopped , chopped
- ▢ 1/2 ( 0.5 ) Bell Peppers , chopped
- ▢ 1/2 ( 0.5 ) Jalapeño Peppers , sliced
- ▢ 4 cloves ( 4 cloves ) Garlic
- ▢ 2 ( 2 ) Chipotle Chile in Adobo Sauce , (use 1 for less spice)
- ▢ 1 teaspoon ( 1 teaspoon ) Ground Cumin
- ▢ 1-2 teaspoons ( 1 teaspoons ) Mexican Red Chili Powder
- ▢ 1-2 teaspoons ( 1 teaspoons ) Kosher Salt
- ▢ 1/2 cup ( 125 g ) Water
- ▢ 14 ounces ( 396.89 g ) Canned Fire Roasted Tomatoes
Instructions
Put all ingredients into the Instant Pot, except the tomatoes and stir well.
Pour the tomatoes on top and do not mix. This is to prevent any chance of them burning and sticking to the bottom.
Cook on High Pressure for 10 minutes, allowing it to release pressure naturally.
Using an immersion blender, purée the sauce carefully. You may have to tilt your liner to blend all of it. If you don’t have an immersion blender, wait for the sauce to cool a little, and use your blender. Be sure to remove the little inside piece on the blender lid to allow steam to escape.
Use half the sauce right away and freeze the rest. You’ll probably need about 1 cup of this sauce for 6-8 enchiladas.
This sauce is freezer-friendly! Make one batch and freeze the rest.
This stores in the fridge for up to a week.
If you can’t find fire-roasted tomatoes, you can use regular canned tomatoes.
Get support & connect with our community on Facebook!
Nutrition
If you already signed up, you should have received an email with a password to give you unlimited access to our FREE Printable Library. The password is case sensitive. Enter it below and get printing!
Password:
Fire-Roasted Enchilada Sauce
Ingredients
- 1/2 Red Onion. chopped chopped
- 1/2 Bell Peppers chopped
- 1/2 Jalapeño Peppers sliced
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 2 Chipotle Chile in Adobo Sauce (use 1 for less spice)
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
- 1-2 teaspoons Mexican Red Chili Powder
- 1-2 teaspoons Kosher Salt
- 1/2 cup Water
- 14 ounces Canned Fire Roasted Tomatoes
Instructions
Put all ingredients into the Instant Pot, except the tomatoes and stir well.
Pour the tomatoes on top and do not mix. This is to prevent any chance of them burning and sticking to the bottom.
Cook on High Pressure for 10 minutes, allowing it to release pressure naturally.
Using an immersion blender, purée the sauce carefully. You may have to tilt your liner to blend all of it. If you don’t have an immersion blender, wait for the sauce to cool a little, and use your blender. Be sure to remove the little inside piece on the blender lid to allow steam to escape.
Use half the sauce right away and freeze the rest. You’ll probably need about 1 cup of this sauce for 6-8 enchiladas.
This sauce is freezer-friendly! Make one batch and freeze the rest.
This stores in the fridge for up to a week.
If you can’t find fire-roasted tomatoes, you can use regular canned tomatoes.
Fire-Roasted Enchilada Sauce https://twosleevers.com/instant-pot-enchilada-sauce/
Are you looking for the quickest and easiest way to make Zucchini? Air Fryer Zucchini is a fast and delicious way to make this garden favorite perfect every time!
Why You’re Going To Love Making Zucchini In Your Air Fryer
- Fast. Make this air fryer zucchini in less than 30 minutes !
- Easy. Cut into medallions or fries, dip in egg wash, dredge in flour, and pop in your air fryer .
- Under 5 ingredients. No need for a ton of ingredients to make an easy weeknight side dish .
- Low Carb. Use almond flour to make this a delightful low carb treat.
Can You Use An Air Fryer On Keto?
Not only CAN you use an air fryer on Keto , but it might also just become your new go-to kitchen appliance for your new lifestyle choice!
Air fryers are a great way to cook some of your favorite comfort meals without adding a ton of unnecessary calories from deep frying or cooking in high-calorie oils.
What You Need To Make Air Fryer Zucchini
- An Air Fryer. I used my Instant Vortex air fryer for this recipe, but you can use any other air fryer to get the same results.
- Zucchini. You can’t make air fryer zucchini without it, right?
- Mixing Bowls . Grab a few for your egg wash and your batter.
Ingredients You’ll Need
What’s better than a low carb side dish that takes five ingredients or less to make? Let me tell you, almost nothing.
Here’s what you’ll need to make the most delicious Air Fryer Zucchini Chips :
- Zucchini
- Egg
- Flour (All Purpose or Almond, depending on your dietary choices)
- Salt
- Pepper
- Pork Rinds (if you want a little extra crunch, add some pork rinds crushed in a food processor to your almond flour)
How To Make Air Fryer Zucchini
- Quickly peel your zucchini. Leaving some (or all) of the skin is also fine. This only increases the amount of fiber you’re getting from your veggies.
- Cut your zucchini into 1/8 to 1/4 inch medallions.
- Quickly dip your medallions into the egg wash.
- Dredge your zucchini slices into the flour mixture.
- Place in a springform pan , or any other pan that fits comfortably in your air fryer .
- Spray liberally with a glass oil sprayer or aerosol oil spray
- Cook at 350F for 12 minutes, flipping halfway through the cooking cycle.
How To Make Zucchini So It Doesn’t Get Mushy
Zucchini is just like any other veggie, it is full of liquid. If you’re wanting to make sure your zucchini doesn’t get mushy, make sure you dab it with a paper towel.
If you don’t remove any extra moisture, it will absorb all of the flour from your batter and keep your air fryer zucchini from getting crispy.
Tips and Tricks
- If you don’t feel like peeling your zucchini or need the extra fiber in your diet, feel free to leave all of the peel on. Just make sure you wash thoroughly before cooking.
- Dab the zucchini with a paper towel or dishcloth to remove any excess water before dipping in the egg wash.
- Use almond flour instead of all purpose flour to keep this a low carb side dish .
- Add your favorite spices to make this a perfect match for your main course .
Can You Air Fry Frozen Veggies?
You absolutely can. Actually, the air fryer is one of the best ways to cook frozen veggies!
Frozen veggies are fantastic made in the air fryer because you can cook them through without overcooking them.
Anything from root vegetables like sweet potatoes to delicate vegetables like frozen brussels sprouts and frozen cauliflower are delicious when made in your air fryer .
What Can You Cook In An Air Fryer?
The better question may be what CAN’T you cook in your air fryer ! The reason the air fryer is one of the most popular small kitchen appliances is because of how versatile it is.
Here are a few things that are my favorites made in the air fryer:
- Air Fryer Bacon
- Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
- Shrimp Scampi
- Air Fryer Cauliflower
Our Best Zucchini Recipes
- Roasted Zucchini
- Zucchini Noodles
- Poblano Zucchini
- Layered Ratatouille
- Zucchini Roll Ups
If you love this Air Fryer Zucchini recipe as much as we do, make sure you share it with your friends on Facebook and Pinterest so they can try it too!
Air Fryer Zucchini | Low Carb Zucchini Chips
Equipment
- PHILLIPS AIR FRYER
Ingredients
- ▢ 2 Zucchini
- ▢ 1 egg
- ▢ 1 cup Superfine Almond Flour
- ▢ 1 tsp Kosher Salt
- ▢ 1 tsp Ground Black Pepper
- ▢ 1 tsp Olive Oil
Instructions
- Quickly peel your zucchini. Leaving some (or all) of the skin is also fine.
- Cut your zucchini into 1/8 to 1/4 inch medallions.
- Quickly dip your medallions into the egg wash.
- Dredge your zucchini slices into the flour mixture.
- Place in a springform pan, or any other pan that fits comfortably in your air fryer
- Spray liberally with a glass oil sprayer or aerosol oil spray
- Cook at 350F for 12 minutes, flipping halfway through the cooking cycle.
- Salt liberally while fresh out of the air fryer
Get support & connect with our community on Facebook!
Nutrition
And don’t forget to check out my air fryer cookbooks! Every day easy air fryer , and Air Fryer Revolution .
