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Beef Enchiladas With Red Sauce


  • Author: Sara McKenney
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

If you’re craving the ultimate comfort food, these Beef Enchiladas With Red Sauce will hit the spot. Tender corn tortillas are wrapped around a savory ground beef filling, smothered in a smoky red enchilada sauce, and topped with layers of melty cheese. Perfect for quick dinners, meal prep, or feeding a crowd, this easy recipe blends bold Tex-Mex flavor with weeknight simplicity. Whether you’re looking for easy dinner ideas, hearty comfort food, or a go-to family favorite, these enchiladas deliver every time.


Ingredients

1 tablespoon oil

1 pound ground beef

1 small yellow onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon chili powder

1 teaspoon cumin

1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1 1/2 cups red enchilada sauce

8 corn tortillas

1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped


Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3–4 minutes.

3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

4. Add ground beef and cook until fully browned, then drain excess fat.

5. Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 1–2 minutes. Remove from heat.

6. Warm tortillas by microwaving in a damp paper towel for 30 seconds or lightly frying for a few seconds per side.

7. Spread 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce on the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.

8. Fill each tortilla with 2–3 tablespoons of beef and a sprinkle of cheese, then roll tightly.

9. Place rolled tortillas seam-side down in the dish.

10. Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the enchiladas, spreading evenly.

11. Sprinkle remaining cheese over the top.

12. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.

13. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.

14. Let rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with chopped cilantro and serve.

Notes

Always warm your tortillas before filling to prevent cracking.

Use freshly shredded cheese for the best melting and flavor.

For a saucier finish, spoon a bit of extra enchilada sauce before reheating leftovers.

  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: easy dinner, enchiladas, Mexican food, beef recipe, comfort food, quick meal, weeknight recipe, family dinner