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Beef enchiladas topped with melted cheese and herbs in a white ceramic dish.
Reda

Beef Enchiladas

A delicious Mexican-inspired dish featuring tender beef wrapped in soft tortillas and smothered in a rich enchilada sauce. Perfect for a hearty family dinner that's packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Filling
  • 2 lbs Ground Beef 80/20 lean
  • 1 medium Onion finely diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
For the Enchilada Sauce
  • 2 cups Red Enchilada Sauce store-bought or homemade
For Assembly
  • 12 count Corn Tortillas 6-inch size
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese divided
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro chopped

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Baking Dish
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Prepare the Beef
  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it into small pieces.
  2. Add diced onions and minced garlic, cooking until onions are translucent and beef is fully cooked.
  3. Drain excess fat and season the beef with salt, pepper, and cumin.
Assemble Enchiladas
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Warm tortillas slightly to make them more pliable. Dip each tortilla in enchilada sauce.
  3. Fill each tortilla with beef mixture and sprinkle with cheese. Roll tightly and place seam-side down in baking dish.
  4. Pour remaining enchilada sauce over rolled enchiladas and top with remaining cheese.
Bake
  1. Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and edges are slightly crispy.
  2. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños to the beef mixture. Enchiladas can be prepared ahead and refrigerated before baking. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.