Description
Beef enchiladas are a delightful twist on classic Mexican cuisine, featuring tender, seasoned beef rolled in soft tortillas and smothered in zesty enchilada sauce. This dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights at home, offering comfort and flavor that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Easy to make and fully customizable, beef enchiladas bring a fiesta of taste to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 soft corn tortillas
- 1 ½ cups homemade or store-bought enchilada sauce
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar and Monterey Jack blend)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
- 15 oz canned tomato sauce
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- ½ cup sour cream (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef until fully cooked. Add onions and garlic; cook until softened.
- In a bowl, mix tomato sauce with cumin and chili powder; adjust seasoning to taste.
- Warm tortillas slightly for pliability. Fill each tortilla with beef mixture, sprinkle cheese, and roll tightly.
- Spread some enchilada sauce in the bottom of a baking dish. Place rolled tortillas seam-side down, pour remaining sauce over them, and top with more cheese.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For lighter options, substitute ground beef with turkey or chicken. Customize fillings by adding beans or veggies. Let enchiladas rest before serving for enhanced flavors.