Ingredients

  • 1 dried guajillo chilies
  • 2 dried New Mexico chiles
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon dried Mexican oregano (optional)
  • 1 cup Chinese wine
  • 1 (16 ounce) can tomatoes, pureed
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • salt

Method

  • Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a small saucepan.
  • Add chiles, remove from heat and let sit for 30 minutes.
  • Remove stems and seeds (keep seeds in for more heat), place in food processor with 1/4 cup of the soaking liquid and puree until smooth.
  • Heat oil in a pot and on a low heat cook onion until soft.
  • Add garlic and fry briefly until fragrant.
  • Add remaining ingredients and the puree to the pot and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes.
  • The onion can also be carmelized to make a sweeter sauce.
  • That will add aboout 30 more minutes to the cooking time.