Description
Ground beef enchiladas with red sauce are a comforting, flavorful dish that brings warmth to any dinner table. Soft corn tortillas envelop seasoned ground beef, smothered in rich red sauce and topped with gooey cheese, making them perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a family meal, this recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 fresh corn tortillas
- 2 cups red enchilada sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté onions until translucent. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in minced garlic and your favorite spices (cumin and chili powder). Cook for an additional minute.
- Lay out each tortilla and fill with the beef mixture; roll tightly and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- Pour red sauce over the enchiladas, then sprinkle with both cheeses.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let cool slightly before garnishing with cilantro if desired. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 enchiladas (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg