Description
Ground Beef Enchiladas are a comforting staple that brings together seasoned ground beef, rich enchilada sauce, and gooey cheese, all wrapped in soft tortillas. Perfect for family dinners or friendly get-togethers, this dish is not only delicious but also quick to prepare, taking just 15 minutes of prep time. The beauty of Ground Beef Enchiladas lies in their versatility; you can easily customize them with your favorite toppings or substitute ingredients to suit your dietary preferences. Whether you’re serving them with a dollop of sour cream or a side of refried beans, these enchiladas are guaranteed to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 flour or corn tortillas
- 2 cups enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Sour cream (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with diced onions for about 5-7 minutes until onions are translucent. Add minced garlic, cumin, and chili powder; sauté for an additional minute.
- Spoon the beef mixture onto each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- Pour the enchilada sauce over the tortillas and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg