ingredients
[{"amount":"3","unit":"tbsp","name":"oil"},{"amount":"3","unit":"tbsp","name":"flour"},{"amount":"3-4","unit":"tsp","name":"chili powder"},{"amount":"1","unit":"tsp","name":"cumin"},{"amount":"1","unit":"tsp","name":"garlic powder"},{"amount":"1","unit":"tsp","name":"onion powder"},{"amount":"1\/2","unit":"tsp","name":"dried oregano"},{"amount":"1\/8","unit":"tsp","name":"cayenne pepper"},{"amount":"1","unit":"pinch","name":"salt"},{"amount":"2","unit":"cup","name":"chicken broth (or pot liquid from whole chicken)"},{"amount":"1\/4","unit":"cup","name":"black olive brine (liquid from can)"},{"amount":"1","unit":"tbsp","name":"tomato paste (optional)"}]
steps
[{"text":"Heat oil in saucepan over medium. Whisk in flour \u2014 cook 1-2 min until lightly golden."},{"text":"Add chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, cayenne, salt. Whisk into roux \u2014 cook 30 seconds."},{"text":"Gradually whisk in chicken broth \u2014 go slow to avoid lumps."},{"text":"Add tomato paste if using. Whisk smooth."},{"text":"Simmer 10-15 min stirring occasionally until thickened enough to coat a spoon."}]