Mexican Beef Enchiladas Recipe

Craveable Mexican Beef Enchiladas! This recipe puts a delicious spin on a classic, featuring tender ground beef simmered in a rich tomato sauce and nestled in warm corn tortillas. Serve with your favorite sides like Spanish rice, refried beans, guacamole, or pico de gallo for a fiesta in your mouth! Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a fun weekend gathering.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 278.4 kcal
Protein 33g
Rating 4.8 (5 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mexican Beef Enchiladas

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How to Make Mexican Beef Enchiladas

  1. **Prepare the Beef Filling:** Brown 1 lb ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add 1 medium onion (chopped), 1 green bell pepper (chopped), and 2 cloves garlic (minced) to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in 1 (15-ounce) can of undrained kidney beans, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Cook for 2 more minutes.
  4. **Make the Enchilada Sauce:** In a separate saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 medium onion (chopped) and 2 cloves garlic (minced) and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  5. Whisk in 1/4 cup all-purpose flour until smooth. Gradually whisk in 28 ounces (2 cans) crushed tomatoes, 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, and 1 cup beef broth (from 1 bouillon cube dissolved in hot water).
  6. Bring to a simmer, stirring frequently. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
  7. Stir in 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  8. **Assemble the Enchiladas:** Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  9. Fill each corn tortilla (about 12) with approximately 1/3 cup of the beef filling. Roll up tightly and place seam-down in the prepared baking dish.
  10. Pour the enchilada sauce evenly over the enchiladas.
  11. Top with 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese.
  12. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the sauce is heated through.
  13. Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro and sour cream, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

38 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

23g

Carbs

8g