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beef enchiladas with red sauce

Delicious beef enchiladas smothered in a rich red sauce, perfect for a family dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Filling
  • 1 lb ground beef 80/20 blend for flavor
  • 1 cup onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
For the Red Sauce
  • 1 can red enchilada sauce 15 oz
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
For Assembly
  • 8 pieces corn tortillas warmed
  • 1 cup sour cream for serving
  • 1 cup cilantro chopped, for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Beef Filling
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Stir in cumin, chili powder, and salt. Cook for another 2 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and mix in shredded cheddar cheese.
Make the Red Sauce
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the red enchilada sauce, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Assemble the Enchiladas
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Spread 1/2 cup of the red sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
  3. Fill each tortilla with the beef mixture, roll them up, and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
  4. Pour the remaining red sauce over the enchiladas, ensuring they are well covered.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Serve
  1. Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes.
  2. Serve with sour cream and garnish with chopped cilantro.

Notes

For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños to the beef filling.