Description
Beef enchiladas with red sauce are a comforting classic that will transport your taste buds straight to Mexico. Each enchilada is filled with savory ground beef, wrapped in soft corn tortillas, and generously covered with rich red enchilada sauce and melted cheese. Perfect for any gathering or cozy night in, this dish combines bold flavors and satisfying textures that will impress your family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 corn tortillas
- 2 cups red enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until cooked through. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent.
- Season the mixture with salt (to taste), pepper, cumin (1 tsp), and chili powder (1 tsp). Stir to combine and cook for an additional minute.
- Warm the corn tortillas slightly in another pan until pliable. Spoon some beef filling onto each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- Pour the red enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas, ensuring they are fully covered. Sprinkle shredded cheese generously on top.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake uncovered for about 25 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg