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Beef Enchiladas Recipe

Prep Time25 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Calories: 520kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce green or red, your call
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 8 –10 small flour or corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar or a blend with Monterrey Jack
  • 1/2 cup sour cream optional, but don’t skip if you like tang
  • 1 tablespoon oil for cooking
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft, about 3–4 minutes. Break out the drama and sauté the garlic for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Brown the ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain any excess fat if your pan looks like a tiny swamp. Return to heat.
  • Add chili powder, cumin, and a pinch of salt. Stir to wake up those spices. Cook for 1–2 minutes to bloom the flavors.
  • Stir in enchilada sauce and beef broth. Let it simmer for 5 minutes so the flavors get cozy together. Turn off the heat.
  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Warm tortillas briefly in a dry skillet or microwave so they roll without cracking like old bones.
  • Spoon a line of the beef mixture down the center of each tortilla. Top with a little cheese, then roll tightly and place seam-side down in a baking dish.
  • Pour a little extra enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese. If you’re feeling fancy, dot with sour cream here or there.
  • Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and the edges look kissably crispy. Garnish with cilantro and a dollop of sour cream if you like.