Awesome Beef Enchiladas

Get ready to savor the ultimate Tex-Mex comfort food with these Awesome Beef Enchiladas! Packed with seasoned ground beef, zesty spices, and a rich tomato sauce, these enchiladas are wrapped in soft flour tortillas and smothered in a smoky enchilada sauce. Topped with a luscious blend of melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, plus optional black olives and cilantro for garnish, this recipe delivers layers of flavor in every bite. Perfect for a weeknight family dinner or a crowd-pleasing fiesta, these beef enchiladas are easy to make in under an hour and guaranteed to impress. Serve hot, and don’t forget your favorite sides like Spanish rice or a fresh salad for the ultimate Tex-Mex spread!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 2 cups enchilada sauce
• 8 pieces flour tortillas, 8-inch
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 0.5 cup sliced black olives (optional)
• 0.25 cup chopped cilantro (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Mix in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to coat the beef.

Step 5

Pour in the tomato sauce and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.

Step 6

Spread 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce evenly over the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 7

Lay one flour tortilla flat and spoon about 1/4 cup of the beef mixture into the center. Sprinkle with a small amount of shredded cheese. Roll up the tortilla tightly and place it seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.

Step 8

Repeat with the remaining tortillas and beef mixture, arranging them snugly in the baking dish.

Step 9

Pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas, ensuring they are completely covered.

Step 10

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese over the top. If using olives, scatter them on top as well.

Step 11

Bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.

Step 13

Serve hot and enjoy your awesome beef enchiladas!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1040.4 grams (1040.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2216

Total Fat 113.30g	145%
Saturated Fat 40.20g	201%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 321mg	107%
Sodium 3090mg	134%
Total Carbohydrate 211.70g	77%
Dietary Fiber 14.50g	52%
Total Sugars 13.50g
Protein 111.00g	222%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 416mg	32%
Iron 21mg	117%
Potassium 1838mg	39%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.1%

Protein: 19.2%

Carbs: 36.7%