Description
This Ground Beef Enchiladas recipe features tender and flavorful ground beef wrapped in soft tortillas, smothered in rich enchilada sauce, and topped with melted cheese for a satisfying Mexican-inspired meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners, these enchiladas are easy to prepare and customizable with your choice of cheese and tortillas.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Filling
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
Assembly
- 8 flour or corn tortillas
- 2 cups enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
Topping
- Sour cream (for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the beef mixture: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and cooked through, breaking it up as it cooks. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is soft and translucent. Stir in the cumin and chili powder, then remove from heat.
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches ideal temperature for baking the enchiladas.
- Assemble enchiladas: Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Warm the tortillas slightly to make them pliable. Spoon some of the beef mixture onto each tortilla, roll it up, and place it seam-side down in the dish. Repeat with all tortillas.
- Add sauce and cheese: Pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas. Sprinkle the shredded cheese generously on top.
- Bake enchiladas: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let stand for a few minutes. Top with sour cream before serving, if desired.
Notes
- You can use either flour or corn tortillas depending on your preference.
- For extra flavor, consider adding chopped green chilies or jalapeños to the beef mixture.
- Leftover enchiladas can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To make it gluten-free, be sure to use corn tortillas and check that the enchilada sauce is gluten-free.
- Serve with sides like Mexican rice, beans, or a fresh salad to complete the meal.
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