Description
Ground Beef Enchiladas are a delectable blend of seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and zesty enchilada sauce, all wrapped in soft tortillas. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, delivering comfort and satisfaction with every bite. Whether you’re a novice in the kitchen or a seasoned chef, these enchiladas promise to impress your guests and leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 corn or flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cups enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it into smaller pieces.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until onions are translucent.
- Stir in cumin and chili powder; mix well.
- Fill each tortilla with the beef mixture, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- Pour enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas and sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly.
- 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: 860mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: - Warm tortillas briefly before filling to prevent cracking. - For added flavor, mix cheeses or add black beans. - Customize toppings with sour cream or fresh cilantro.