A classic red chili sauce, New Mexico-style is a thick, spicy sauce made with dried red chili peppers, garlic, and onions. It is typically used as a condiment or dipping sauce, and goes well with grilled meats, tacos, and burritos.
PLACE THE CHILES IN A BAKING PAN AND PUT THEM IN A 2500F.
OVEN FOR ABOUT10 TO 15 MINUTES.
DO NOT BURN!! IF THE CHILES SMELL TOASTED THEY ARE DONE.
REMOVE SEEDS AND STEMS AND CRUMBLE INTO A SAUCEPAN.
ADD THE REMAININGINGREDIENTS, BRING TO A BOIL, REDUCE HEAT AND SIMMER FOR 20 TO 30 MINUTES.
PUREE THE MIXTURE IN A BLENDER UNTIL SMOOTH; STRAIN IF NECESSARY.
IF THESAUCE IS TOO THIN, PLACE BACK ON THE STOVE AND SIMMER UNTIL IT IS REDUCEDTO THE DESIRED CONSISTENCY.
VARIATIONS: SPICES SUCH AS CUMIN, CORIANDER AND MEXICAN OREGANO MAY BE .