Description
Ground Beef Enchiladas are a delicious and satisfying dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine right to your table. These enchiladas feature seasoned ground beef wrapped in tender corn tortillas, smothered with rich enchilada sauce, and topped with gooey melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this recipe is versatile and can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll have a comforting meal that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups enchilada sauce
- 8 corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced onions
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with salt, pepper, chili powder, and cumin for about 7-10 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- In another skillet, warm each tortilla for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Fill each tortilla with a few tablespoons of the beef mixture, some diced onions, and cheese before rolling tightly.
- Place the rolled tortillas seam-side down in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Pour enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 enchiladas (about 300g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg