Beef Enchiladas

These beef enchiladas are a savory and satisfying dish, packed with protein and wrapped in soft tortillas, smothered in a rich, homemade enchilada sauce. Perfect for a comforting dinner that’s easy to prepare yet bursting with flavor.

Beef Enchiladas
45 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
American
520 kcal

Ingredients

  • Ground beef - 250 grams
  • Corn tortillas - 4 pieces
  • Onion - 1 small, diced
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Cumin - 1 teaspoon
  • Chili powder - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Canned diced tomatoes - 200 grams
  • Cheddar cheese - 100 grams, grated
  • Sour cream - 2 tablespoons
  • Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add the ground beef to the skillet, cooking until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in the cumin, chili powder, salt, pepper, and canned diced tomatoes. Simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  5. To assemble the enchiladas, take a corn tortilla, place a few spoonfuls of the beef mixture in the center, sprinkle with some grated cheese, and roll it up tightly. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
  6. Place the rolled enchiladas seam-side down in a baking dish. Pour any remaining beef mixture over the top and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
  7. Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  8. Once done, remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Serve topped with sour cream and chopped cilantro.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 520
  • Protein: 40 g
  • Carbs: 40 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 750 mg
  • Cholesterol: 90 mg
  • Total Fat: 28 g
  • Saturated Fat: 12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.
  • Contains iron and zinc from beef, essential for energy and immune function.

Tags

AmericanHigh ProteinDinner