Tex-Mex Beef Enchiladas
Tex-Mex Beef Enchiladas are a delightful fusion of savory beef, melted cheese, and zesty enchilada sauce, making each bite a fiesta of flavors. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, these enchiladas are easy to prepare and customizable to your taste. Imagine pulling a bubbling casserole from the oven, filling your home with irresistible aromas that invite family and friends to the table. Get ready to enjoy a comforting dish that will have everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (2 enchiladas per serving) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 corn or flour tortillas
- 2 cups enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar and Monterey Jack blend)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion and measuring out the spices.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the diced onions until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add ground beef, cumin, and chili powder to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Spoon some beef mixture onto each tortilla, sprinkle with cheese, and roll tightly. Place seam-side down in a baking dish.
- Pour enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas and top with remaining cheese. Bake at 350°F for about 20 minutes or until bubbly.
- Let cool for a few minutes before garnishing with cilantro if desired. Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added spice, include jalapeños or switch ground beef for chicken or black beans. If preparing ahead of time, assemble the enchiladas in advance and refrigerate until ready to bake.