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Copycat Taco Bell Mild Sauce Recipe

Copycat Taco Bell Mild Sauce is a surprisingly easy way to bring that outside the bun taco sauce flavor home. With just one main ingredient and a perfect blend of spices, you'll never believe just how easy it is to make this!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Condiment, Dip, Sauce
Cuisine: American, Mexican, Tex Mex
Servings: 12
Calories: 9kcal
Author: Meaghan @ 4 Sons R Us

Ingredients

  • 8 oz can plain tomato sauce
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 1/4 tsp chili powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1 1/2 tsp dried minced onion
  • 1/2 tbsp distilled vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • pinch garlic salt
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp sugar
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
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Instructions

  • Add all of the ingredients to a skillet set over medium low heat. Whisk very well to evenly combine everything and help the spices dissolve.
    8 oz can plain tomato sauce, 1/3 cup water, 1/4 tsp chili powder, 1 1/2 tsp cumin, 1 1/2 tsp dried minced onion, 1/2 tbsp distilled vinegar, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, pinch garlic salt, 1/4 tsp paprika, 1/4 tsp sugar, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • Simmer on low heat, covered so that the liquid doesn't evaporate, for 15 minutes- stirring occasionally. Remove the skillet from heat and allow the sauce to cool completely.
  • Serve & enjoy!

Notes

  • You can sub tomato juice for the tomato sauce.
  • Prefer a hotter version? Add a little bit of hot jalapeno juice for an extra kick.
  • Give the sauce a taste while it's cooking and adjust the seasoning to your liking.

Nutrition

Calories: 9kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.05g | Sodium: 91mg | Potassium: 75mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 135IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 0.4mg