Ground Beef Enchiladas That Bring Comfort to Your Table

Ground Beef Enchiladas are a comforting dish that wraps you in warmth, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 enchiladas

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Filling

1 lb Ground Beef or ground chicken or turkey
1 Onion yellow onion preferred
2 cloves Minced Garlic fresh preferred
1 tsp Cumin smoked for richer taste
1 tbsp Chili Powder adjust to spice preference

For the Assembly

8 Tortillas corn or flour, lightly fried
2 cups Enchilada Sauce store-bought or homemade
2 cups Shredded Cheese cheddar or Monterey Jack

For Toppings

Cilantro optional garnish
Jalapeños optional garnish

Equipment

Skillet
baking dish
Oven
Spatula

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Ground Beef Enchiladas

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare your baking dish.
Cook the ground beef and diced onions in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until browned.
Add minced garlic, cumin, and chili powder, cooking for an additional minute to bloom spices.
Assemble enchiladas by filling tortillas with beef mixture, rolling them tightly, and placing in the baking dish.
Pour enchilada sauce over the tortillas and sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until bubbling and golden brown.
Cool slightly, garnish with cilantro and jalapeños, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These enchiladas are versatile; feel free to customize fillings and toppings as desired.

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