This bright, tangy sauce comes together with simple pantry staples: rich tomato sauce, a splash of white vinegar, and a warm blend of chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano. A quick simmer on the stovetop melds all those spices into a smooth, slightly thickened sauce with real depth of flavor, no long ingredient list required. A touch of sugar balances the acidity, while optional cayenne lets you dial the heat up or down to your taste. It's ready in about 10-12 minutes and keeps well in the fridge, making it an easy homemade upgrade for taco night, enchiladas, or grain bowls. Since it's built entirely from spices, tomato, and a few basic seasonings, it's a naturally solid fit for a vegetarian kitchen.
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Combine the tomato sauce, water, white vinegar, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, sugar, salt, and cayenne (if using) in a small saucepan. Whisk until smooth.
Set the saucepan over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly and the spices are fully integrated, about 10–12 minutes.
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