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Easy Ground Beef Enchiladas

Easy Ground Beef Enchiladas to Warm Your Family's Hearts

This Easy Ground Beef Enchiladas recipe provides a quick and comforting meal that brings warmth to your family, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Substitute with shredded chicken or turkey for a lighter option.
  • 1 medium Onions Shallots or leeks can be used if needed.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced or powdered garlic works perfectly.
  • 1 tsp Cumin Feel free to adjust to your taste.
  • 1 tbsp Chili Powder Modify according to your family's heat preference.
For the Tortillas
  • 8 Tortillas Corn or flour work best; lightly frying prevents sogginess.
For the Sauce and Cheese
  • 2 cups Enchilada Sauce Choose homemade or canned, and feel free to swap between red or green sauce.
  • 1 cup Cheese (shredded) Any meltable cheese, like Monterey Jack or Cheddar, will do.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Oven
  • baking dish
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather all your ingredients neatly on the countertop.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and diced onions. Cook for about 5 to 7 minutes until browned and onions turn translucent.
  3. Add minced garlic, cumin, and chili powder to the skillet. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly.
  4. Lightly fry the tortillas in a separate skillet for about 30 seconds on each side until warm and pliable.
  5. Spoon a generous amount of the beef mixture into the center of each tortilla, roll them tightly, placing seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
  6. Pour enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas and sprinkle a generous helping of shredded cheese on top.
  7. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  8. Once baked, remove from the oven, garnish with fresh toppings, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover enchiladas in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes or microwave in short intervals.

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