These enchiladas are a crowd-pleaser and perfect for feeding a hungry group of friends or family. Filled with flavorful meat, gooey cheese, and topped with a delicious homemade sauce, these enchiladas will become your go-to recipe for Mexican night. With a prep time of just 30 minutes, you can have a satisfying and comforting meal on the table in no time.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (4 ounces) green chilies
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 12 flour tortillas
- 1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Directions
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until the beef is browned and cooked through. Drain any excess grease.
- Add the cumin, chili powder, salt, black pepper, diced tomatoes, and green chilies to the skillet. Stir well and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Spread a spoonful of the enchilada sauce onto the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Place a spoonful of the meat mixture onto each tortilla, then sprinkle with a mixture of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese. Roll up the tortilla and place it seam side down in the baking dish. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
- Pour the enchilada sauce over the top of the rolled tortillas, making sure to cover them completely. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.
- Garnish with sour cream and chopped cilantro before serving.
Interesting Facts
The word 'enchilada' comes from the Spanish word 'enchilar,' which means 'to season with chili.'
Enchiladas are believed to have originated in Mexico and were traditionally made by rolling tortillas around small fish.
The use of cheese in enchiladas is a result of the Spanish influence on Mexican cuisine.
Enchiladas can be customized with different fillings such as chicken, cheese, or vegetables.