Ground Beef Enchiladas with Red Sauce
Ground beef enchiladas with red sauce are a comforting and flavorful dish that brings the family together. Wrapped in soft tortillas and generously covered with a zesty red sauce, these enchiladas offer a delicious blend of savory beef and melted cheese. Perfect for both casual weeknights and festive gatherings, this recipe is sure to impress and satisfy everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups red enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Fresh cilantro (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Add chopped onions and cook until translucent.
- Stir in cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and half of the red sauce. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Fill each tortilla with the beef mixture, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- Pour remaining red sauce over the enchiladas and sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired, serve hot with sour cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg