Description
Ground Beef Enchiladas are a delicious and satisfying dish that combines savory ground beef, tangy enchilada sauce, and gooey cheese wrapped in soft tortillas. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare and customizable to cater to your tastes. With a cooking time of just 40 minutes, you can bring the flavors of authentic Mexican cuisine right to your dinner table. Whether you’re serving them at a festive celebration or enjoying a cozy night in, these enchiladas are sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 flour or corn tortillas
- 2 cups enchilada sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Sour cream (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with the diced onions until onions are translucent (about 5-7 minutes). Add minced garlic, cumin, and chili powder; sauté for another minute.
- Spoon the beef mixture onto each tortilla and roll tightly. Place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- Pour enchilada sauce over the tortillas and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg