Ingredients
Beef Filling
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
Assembly
- 8 flour or corn tortillas
- 2 cups enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
Topping
- Sour cream (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to get it ready for baking the enchiladas.
- Cook Beef Mixture: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with diced onions until the onions become translucent and the beef is browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Spices and Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, and chili powder, and sauté for another minute to blend the flavors well.
- Assemble Enchiladas: Spoon the seasoned beef mixture onto each tortilla evenly, roll them up tightly, and arrange seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- Add Sauce and Cheese: Pour the enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas, then sprinkle the shredded cheese on top.
- Bake: Bake the enchiladas uncovered in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the sauce is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden.
- Serve: Remove from oven and serve hot, topped with a dollop of sour cream if desired.
Notes
- Use either flour or corn tortillas depending on your preference or dietary needs.
- For extra heat, add diced jalapeños to the beef mixture or use a spicy enchilada sauce.
- Leftover enchiladas can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
- Adding chopped cilantro or sliced olives as a garnish adds fresh flavor and color.
- To make this recipe gluten-free, use certified gluten-free corn tortillas and enchilada sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
