Description
Tex-Mex Beef Enchiladas are a delicious fusion of seasoned ground beef, zesty enchilada sauce, and gooey melted cheese, all wrapped in soft tortillas. This hearty dish is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, promising to warm hearts and satisfy cravings. With straightforward preparation steps and simple ingredients, these enchiladas can easily become a household favorite that will impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 flour or corn tortillas
- 2 cups enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups shredded Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- Spices: cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions and garlic until fragrant.
- Add ground beef; cook until browned; drain excess fat.
- Mix in cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper; cook for another 2 minutes.
- Spoon beef mixture and cheese into tortillas; roll tightly and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Pour enchilada sauce over rolled tortillas and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg