Description
Beef Enchiladas with Red Sauce are a crowd-pleasing dish that combines savory ground beef, melted cheese, and a zesty red sauce for an unforgettable meal. Perfect for family dinners or gathering with friends, these enchiladas are easy to prepare and offer a delightful blend of flavors and textures. Top them with fresh cilantro, sour cream, and jalapeños for an added kick. Get ready to impress your loved ones with this delicious recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 corn tortillas
- 2 cups red sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese blend
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
- Sour cream for serving
- Sliced jalapeños for serving
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onions, cumin, and chili powder; sauté until onions are translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Take a tortilla, fill it with the beef mixture and sprinkle cheese; roll tightly. Repeat until all ingredients are used.
- Pour red sauce over the assembled enchiladas in a baking dish ensuring they are well-coated.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake uncovered for about 20 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before garnishing with cilantro, jalapeños, and sour cream. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg