Description
This Ground Beef Enchiladas recipe is a flavorful and satisfying Mexican-inspired dish featuring seasoned ground beef wrapped in soft tortillas, topped with savory enchilada sauce and melted cheese. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner, this recipe combines simple ingredients with classic spices to deliver a deliciously cheesy and hearty meal for four.
Ingredients
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For the Enchiladas
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 flour or corn tortillas
- 2 cups enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
For Serving
- Sour cream (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature by the time the enchiladas are assembled.
- Brown the ground beef and onions: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef along with the diced onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes until the beef is browned and the onions are translucent.
- Add garlic and spices: Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, and chili powder and sauté for another minute to release the spices’ flavors, mixing everything well.
- Assemble the enchiladas: Spoon the cooked beef mixture onto each tortilla, roll them up tightly, and place each rolled tortilla seam-side down in a greased baking dish, arranging them snugly side by side.
- Add sauce and cheese: Pour the enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas and sprinkle the shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese on top, ensuring full coverage.
- Bake: Place the baking dish uncovered in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the sauce is bubbling and the cheese is melted and golden brown.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve hot, topped with a dollop of sour cream for added creaminess and flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Choose corn tortillas for a gluten-free alternative.
- Homemade enchilada sauce adds a fresher flavor but store-bought sauce works well for convenience.
- Top with fresh cilantro or sliced jalapeños for extra flavor and heat if desired.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada
- Calories: 355
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0.3g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
