Beef (or Chicken or Turkey) Enchiladas Recipe π―
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 55 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour and 5 minutes
Servings: 6
Yield: 12 enchiladas
Description:
Indulge in the savory delight of Beef (or Chicken or Turkey) Enchiladas, a Tex-Mex classic bursting with flavors. These enchiladas are a perfect blend of tender meat, melted cheese, and zesty spices, enveloped in soft flour tortillas and baked to perfection. Whether for a cozy weeknight dinner or a festive potluck, this recipe promises to be a crowd-pleaser. Let’s dive into the culinary journey of creating these scrumptious enchiladas!
Ingredients:
- 5 tablespoons chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 1/2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons no-added-salt tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Tabasco sauce
- 12 flour tortillas
- 1 pound ground beef (or chicken or turkey)
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
Instructions:
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Preheat the Oven:
- Begin by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). This ensures that it’s ready for baking the enchiladas to golden perfection.
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Prepare the Sauce:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the chili powder, salt, cumin, minced garlic, water, tomato paste, and Tabasco sauce. Allow the mixture to simmer gently over medium heat for about 20 minutes, infusing the flavors together to create a rich and aromatic sauce.
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Cook the Meat:
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, brown the ground beef (or chicken or turkey) along with the diced onion until fully cooked and no longer pink. Drain any excess fat from the skillet and remove it from the heat.
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Combine Ingredients:
- Once the meat is cooked, add 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, 1 cup of the prepared tomato paste mixture, and the sliced black olives to the skillet. Stir well to combine, allowing the cheese to melt and the flavors to meld together beautifully.
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Assemble the Enchiladas:
- Grease a 13β x 9β baking dish lightly. Spoon approximately 2 heaping tablespoonfuls of the beef mixture down the center of each flour tortilla. Gently fold or roll the tortilla around the filling, securing it snugly.
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Arrange in Baking Dish:
- Place the filled tortillas seam side down in the prepared baking dish, arranging them in a single layer. Ensure they are nestled closely together to prevent them from unfolding during baking.
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Add Sauce and Cheese:
- Pour any remaining beef and tomato mixture over the arranged enchiladas, ensuring they are generously coated. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese over the top, evenly distributing the cheesy goodness.
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Bake to Perfection:
- Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven and bake the enchiladas, uncovered, for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the enchiladas are heated through. The tantalizing aroma wafting from the oven is sure to whet your appetite!
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Once baked to perfection, remove the enchiladas from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Serve these delectable Beef (or Chicken or Turkey) Enchiladas warm, accompanied by your favorite sides such as sour cream, Mexican rice, refried beans, and perhaps a refreshing margarita to complete the Tex-Mex experience.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 577.6
- Total Fat: 30.4g
- Saturated Fat: 13.8g
- Cholesterol: 91mg
- Sodium: 1038.4mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 46.2g
- Dietary Fiber: 5.8g
- Sugar: 8.2g
- Protein: 31.5g
Recipe Notes:
- Feel free to customize these enchiladas to suit your taste preferences. You can adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or less Tabasco sauce, or incorporate additional toppings such as diced tomatoes, green onions, or avocado slices.
- These enchiladas can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator. Simply cover the baking dish tightly with foil before refrigerating. When ready to serve, reheat the enchiladas in the oven until heated through.
- For a lighter option, you can use lean ground turkey or chicken in place of beef. Additionally, whole wheat tortillas can be substituted for flour tortillas for added fiber.
- Experiment with different cheese blends to enhance the flavor profile of your enchiladas. Pepper Jack cheese or a Mexican cheese blend would add a deliciously spicy kick.
- Don’t forget to garnish your enchiladas with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for a burst of brightness and freshness.
Enjoy the fiesta of flavors with these irresistible Beef (or Chicken or Turkey) Enchiladas! ππΆοΈ
