Description
Beef enchiladas with red sauce are a comforting classic, featuring savory ground beef rolled in soft tortillas and smothered in rich, zesty red sauce. Perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- Ground beef
- Yellow onions
- Garlic
- Corn or flour tortillas
- Red sauce
- Shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- Cumin and chili powder
- Sour cream (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with chopped onions and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in cumin and chili powder; cook until well mixed.
- Warm tortillas briefly to make them pliable.
- Spoon the beef mixture into each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- Pour red sauce generously over enchiladas and sprinkle with cheese.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: For a twist, substitute ground beef with shredded chicken or black beans for a vegetarian option. Spice it up by adding jalapeños or different cheese varieties based on your preference.