West of the Fox Enchilada Topping/Filling Recipe
๐ Cook Time: 1 hour
๐ Prep Time: 15 minutes
๐ Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
๐ฅ Description: If you’re a meat-lover, this recipe is tailor-made for you! Perfect for those who enjoy ground beef dishes bursting with flavor. Unlike traditional enchiladas, this recipe skips the heavy sauces and instead embraces the rich aroma of cumin and garlic. It’s not overly spicy, but it’s packed with savory goodness. Sprinkle some Oaxacan cheese for that authentic touch, and feel free to use this filling in tacos or taco salads. Plus, it’s made entirely from scratch, with no store-bought packets involved!
๐ฝ๏ธ Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
๐ Keywords: Meat, Southwestern U.S., Mexican, Very Low Carbs, Savory, Weeknight, Stove Top, < 4 Hours, Easy, Inexpensive
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 1/2 | pounds ground beef |
| 3 | cloves garlic |
| 1 | green onion |
| 2 tsp | cumin |
| 1 tsp | oregano |
| 3 tbsp | tomato paste |
| 7 cups | beef broth |
| 1 tbsp | flour |
| 1 tsp | salt |
| To taste | black pepper |
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 806.8
- Fat Content: 52.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 20g
- Cholesterol Content: 232.3mg
- Sodium Content: 2500.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 12.2g
- Fiber Content: 2.5g
- Sugar Content: 5.5g
- Protein Content: 68.6g
Recipe Yield: 2-3 cups
๐ Recipe Instructions:
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In a saucepan over medium heat, add ground beef, minced garlic, and chopped green onion. Cook until the meat is browned and fully cooked through, stirring occasionally to break up the meat into smaller pieces.
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Once the meat is cooked, add the ground cumin, oregano, tomato paste, beef broth, flour, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
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Cover the saucepan and let the mixture simmer over low heat for about 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the sauce to thicken slightly.
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After 30 minutes, uncover the saucepan and continue to cook the mixture for an additional 20 minutes or until it reaches your desired consistency. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
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Once done, your enchilada topping/filling is ready to serve! Use it to fill corn tortilla enchiladas, sprinkle with Oaxacan cheese for an extra authentic touch, or use it as taco meat for a delicious twist on taco night.
Enjoy the rich and savory flavors of this homemade enchilada topping/filling, perfect for satisfying your cravings for a hearty and comforting meal!
