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Delicious beef enchiladas topped with rich red sauce on a plate

Beef Enchiladas with Red Sauce

A comforting Mexican dish of rolled tortillas filled with seasoned ground beef, topped with rich red enchilada sauce and cheese, perfect for family meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the filling
  • 1 lb ground beef You can substitute with ground chicken or a vegetarian option.
  • 1 cup diced onion Sauté with ground beef for flavor.
  • 1 tsp ground cumin Adds earthy flavor.
  • 1 tsp garlic powder For additional flavor.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For assembly
  • 10 pieces corn tortillas Can substitute with flour tortillas if preferred.
  • 2 cups enchilada sauce Use red enchilada sauce.
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend) More cheese can be added for extra richness.
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish Optional but recommended for freshness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef and diced onion over medium heat. Stir occasionally to break the beef into small pieces and drain excess fat once browned.
  3. Stir in half of the enchilada sauce along with the cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Allow it to cook together for a few minutes to meld the flavors.
  4. Warm the corn tortillas briefly in the microwave or on a skillet for a few seconds to make them pliable for rolling.
Assembly
  1. Take a tortilla, place a few spoonfuls of the beef mixture in the center, and roll it tightly, placing seam side down in a greased baking dish.
  2. Once all tortillas are filled and arranged, pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
Baking
  1. Bake in the oven for about 20 to 25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  2. Remove from the oven and let the enchiladas cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

To customize, consider adding jalapeños for heat, preparing in advance, or using vegetables for a vegetarian option. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days or freeze for up to three months.