Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
- 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies
- 12 corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Special equipment needed:
- 9x13 inch baking dish
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a large skillet, cook ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until beef is no longer pink. Drain any excess fat.
3. Stir in chili powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, tomato sauce, and green chilies. Simmer for 10 minutes.
4. Warm tortillas in the microwave or on a griddle until pliable.
5. Spoon about 1/4 cup of the beef mixture onto each tortilla. Roll up and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
6. Pour remaining beef mixture over the enchiladas. Sprinkle with cheese.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 35 minutes
Temperature:
375°F
Serving size:
6 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 450
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 95mg
Sodium: 870mg
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 5g
Sugar: 5g
Protein: 29g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Ground beef can be substituted with ground turkey or chicken.
- Cheddar cheese can be substituted with Monterey Jack or a Mexican blend.
Variations:
- Add a can of drained and rinsed black beans to the beef mixture.
- Use shredded chicken instead of ground beef.
- Add sliced black olives to the top of the enchiladas before baking.
Tips and tricks:
- To prevent tortillas from cracking, warm them up before rolling.
- Use a spoon to evenly distribute the beef mixture onto each tortilla.
- Cover the baking dish with foil to prevent the cheese from burning.
Storage instructions:
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat in the microwave or oven until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro on top.
Garnishes:
Chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, sour cream, sliced jalapeños.
Pairings:
Serve with a side of Spanish rice and refried beans.
Suggested side dishes:
Spanish rice, refried beans, corn on the cob.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the tortillas crack while rolling, warm them up a little more.
Food safety advice:
Make sure ground beef is cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F.
Food history:
Enchiladas originated in Mexico and are a traditional Mexican dish.
Flavor profiles:
Savory, spicy, cheesy.
Serving suggestions:
Serve hot with a side of Spanish rice and refried beans.
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Region: Mexican