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A plate of delicious beef enchiladas covered in red sauce and cheese

Proven way to grow your 5 star Beef Enchiladas recipe

This recipe will guide you through making delicious 5-star beef enchiladas, featuring a rich, flavorful filling and a zesty sauce.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Filling
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
For the Enchilada Sauce
  • 15 oz tomato sauce
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp oregano
For Assembly
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 0.5 cup sour cream for serving
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Medium saucepan
  • 9x13 inch baking dish

Method
 

Prepare the Beef Filling
  1. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat, then drain any excess fat.
  2. Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking until softened.
  3. Stir in chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper, cooking for one minute more.
  4. Remove the beef mixture from heat and set aside.
Make the Enchilada Sauce
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine tomato sauce, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and oregano.
  2. Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Assemble and Bake
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Dip each corn tortilla in the enchilada sauce to soften, then fill with the beef mixture and a sprinkle of cheese.
  3. Roll up each tortilla and place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
  4. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled enchiladas and top with the remaining shredded cheese.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve
  1. Garnish with sour cream and fresh cilantro before serving hot.

Notes

For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the beef filling or enchilada sauce. You can also use a mixture of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese for a richer flavor.