Ground Beef Enchiladas with Red Sauce
Indulge in the comforting flavors of ground beef enchiladas smothered in a rich red sauce. This dish combines tender ground beef, soft tortillas, and a blend of spices for an explosion of flavor. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, these enchiladas are easy to prepare and sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 corn or flour tortillas
- 2 cups red sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Sour cream (optional for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Sauté onion and garlic in a pan over medium heat until translucent.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned (7-10 minutes). Stir in cumin and chili powder.
- Warm tortillas in a skillet or microwave until pliable.
- Fill each tortilla with 2 tablespoons of beef mixture and some cheese; roll tightly.
- Place rolled enchiladas seam-side down in the baking dish. Pour red sauce over them and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and heated through. Serve hot with sour cream if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 enchiladas (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg