Ground Beef Enchiladas Recipe
Ground Beef Enchiladas Recipe are soft, cheesy and full of flavor. They are classic Mexican comfort food. The tortillas are filled with seasoned beef and cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- 1 can 10 oz red enchilada sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Optional toppings: sour cream chopped cilantro, sliced olives
Instructions
Preheat Oven
- Set the oven to 375°F (190°C) to bake the enchiladas.
Cook the Beef
- Heat olive oil in a skillet. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
Add Onions and Garlic
- Add chopped onion and garlic. Cook until the onion is soft and fragrant.
Season the Beef
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well and cook 1–2 minutes.
Prepare the Tortillas
- Warm tortillas in a pan or microwave. This makes them easier to roll.
Fill the Tortillas
- Place 2–3 tablespoons of beef mixture in each tortilla. Sprinkle with cheese.
Roll the Tortillas
- Roll each tortilla tightly around the filling. Place seam side down in baking dish.
Add Sauce
- Pour enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas.
Add Extra Cheese
- Sprinkle remaining cheese on top of the sauce for a cheesy crust.
Bake
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil for last 5 minutes for a golden top.
Cool and Serve
- Let enchiladas cool for 5 minutes. Top with sour cream, cilantro, or olives.
Notes
- Use fresh cheese for better melt and flavor.
- Warm tortillas slightly to prevent cracking when rolling.
- Adjust chili powder based on your spice preference.
- You can add beans or corn to the filling for extra texture.
- Cover with foil while baking to keep the enchiladas moist.
- Let enchiladas rest for a few minutes before serving for easier cutting.