Seasoned beef and cheese rolled in tortillas, baked with enchilada sauce for a classic Mexican main.
Preparation Time
25 min
Cooking Time
20 min
Overall Time
45 min
Category: Dinner
Skill Level: Moderate
Cuisine Type: Mexican
Output: 4 Serves (8 enchiladas)
Dietary Options: ~
Ingredients
→ Beef Filling
1 lb ground beef
1/2 medium yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (1 oz) packet taco seasoning
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles
→ Enchiladas
1 (15 oz) can red enchilada sauce
8 corn tortillas
3 cups Mexican cheese blend, shredded and divided
→ Toppings
Sour cream (optional)
Fresh cilantro (optional)
Pico de gallo (optional)
Diced avocado (optional)
Shredded lettuce (optional)
Sliced green onions (optional)
Chopped red onions (optional)
Cotija cheese (optional)
Hot sauce (optional)
Steps
Over medium-high heat in a skillet, brown ground beef until cooked through. Remove beef and set aside, then drain any fat from the pan.
Sauté onions in a little oil until soft, then add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
Return beef to the pan and add taco seasoning, tomato paste, green chiles, and water according to taco seasoning packet instructions. Simmer until water has cooked down. Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed.
Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce evenly on the bottom of a 9×13 casserole dish.
Add 1/3 cup of beef mixture in a straight line down the center of each tortilla, top with 1/4 cup shredded cheese, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the casserole dish. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
Cover tortillas with remaining enchilada sauce and top with remaining 1 cup of cheese. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes or until cheese melts.
Serve hot with your favorite toppings like sour cream, cilantro, pico de gallo, or avocado.
Tips
- If corn tortillas start tearing, warm them in a dry pan for 30 seconds per side or microwave with a damp paper towel for 20-30 seconds to make them pliable.
- You can bulk up the enchiladas with additional fillings like refried beans, black beans, or rice.
- Try green enchilada sauce for a different flavor, or add more spices like chili powder or chipotle powder to the beef.
- This recipe transforms simple ingredients into delicious enchiladas smothered in sauce and cheese.
Required Tools
- Large skillet
- 9×13 inch casserole dish
- Measuring cups and spoons