Light Mexican Tomato Sauce Caldillo De Jitomate

Transform your culinary creations with Light Mexican Tomato Sauce, or "Caldillo de Jitomate," a simple yet flavorful recipe that showcases the vibrant essence of ripe tomatoes, fresh cilantro, and aromatic garlic. This versatile sauce is crafted with minimal ingredients and comes together in just 25 minutes, making it a perfect addition to your weeknight cooking repertoire. The tomatoes are blanched and blended with onion and garlic for a silky smooth base, then simmered to perfection with chicken or vegetable stock for added depth. Finished with a sprinkle of cilantro, this light and healthy sauce is ideal for drizzling over tacos, enchiladas, or roasted vegetables, or as a delicious foundation for soups and stews. Bursting with authentic Mexican flavors, this recipe is your go-to for a fresh, homemade alternative to store-bought sauces.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 medium ripe tomatoes
• 1 medium white onion
• 2 garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 cup chicken or vegetable stock
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

1. Bring a medium pot of water to a boil.

Step 2

2. Score a small 'X' on the bottom of each tomato with a sharp knife.

Step 3

3. Carefully drop the tomatoes into the boiling water and blanch for 30-60 seconds, or until the skins start to loosen.

Step 4

4. Remove the tomatoes from the water and let them cool slightly. Peel the skins off and set the peeled tomatoes aside.

Step 5

5. Roughly chop the onion and garlic cloves.

Step 6

6. In a blender, add the peeled tomatoes, chopped onion, and garlic. Blend until smooth.

Step 7

7. Heat the vegetable oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

Step 8

8. Pour the blended tomato mixture into the saucepan, being careful in case of splatter.

Step 9

9. Stir in the chicken or vegetable stock, salt, and ground black pepper.

Step 10

10. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it slightly reduces and thickens.

Step 11

11. Chop the fresh cilantro and stir it into the sauce during the last minute of cooking.

Step 12

12. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve warm as a sauce for your favorite dishes or use it as a base for soups and stews.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1136.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	429.6

Total Fat 28.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3266.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 42.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.4g	0%
Total Sugars 24.4g
Protein 10.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 127.5mg	0%
Iron 3.2mg	0%
Potassium 2036.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.6%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 36.8%