Description
A delightful balance of flavors, these homemade enchiladas are easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 8 small flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the ground beef and chopped onion in a large skillet over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, and salt. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Mix in the diced tomatoes and red enchilada sauce. Allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Fill each tortilla with some of the beef mixture and a sprinkle of cheese. Roll them up and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- Pour any remaining sauce over the rolled tortillas and top generously with cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
Try using ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option. You can also add black beans or corn for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg