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beef enchilada Recipe

Beef Enchilada

Hearty, cheesy, and packed with flavor, these Beef Enchiladas are a classic Mexican-inspired main course, perfect for a comforting family dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 persons
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g ground beef
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped about 120 g
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups enchilada sauce store-bought or homemade (480 ml)
  • 8 pieces corn tortillas 15 cm/6-inch, about 260 g
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican cheese blend about 200 g
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 large skillet
  • 1 medium saucepan
  • 1 9x13 inch baking dish
  • 1 mixing spoon
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 aluminum foil

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 4–5 minutes until softened.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
  4. Stir in the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon (about 6–8 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.
  5. Add chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and cook for another minute. Remove from heat.
  6. Spread ½ cup of enchilada sauce evenly over the bottom of the baking dish.
  7. Warm your tortillas gently (microwave for 20 seconds under a damp paper towel, or briefly on a dry skillet) to make them pliable.
  8. Spoon about 2 generous tablespoons of beef mixture into the center of each tortilla. Add a sprinkle of cheese (reserve half for topping). Roll up each tortilla tightly.
  9. Place the filled tortillas seam-side down in the prepared baking dish, fitting them snugly together.
  10. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas.
  11. Scatter the remaining cheese over the top.
  12. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 7–10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  13. Garnish with chopped cilantro (if desired). Serve hot.

Notes

You can add a can of drained black beans or corn to the beef filling for extra flavor and texture. For a spicier dish, use hot enchilada sauce or add chopped jalapeños. Serve with sour cream, guacamole, or a side of Mexican rice.