Roasted Pork Enchiladas

Elevate your dinner table with these irresistible Roasted Pork Enchiladas, a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for family meals or gatherings. Tender, slow-roasted pork shoulder seasoned with fragrant spices like smoked paprika and cumin forms the heart of this recipe, paired with gooey melted cheese and vibrant red enchilada sauce. Wrapped in soft flour tortillas and baked to golden perfection, these enchiladas are a true comfort food delight. With a prep time of just 30 minutes and easy-to-follow steps, this recipe is worth the wait as the pork roasts to juicy, fall-apart tenderness. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a burst of color and serve with creamy sour cream and tangy lime wedges for the ultimate restaurant-quality experience at home. Perfect for satisfying your Tex-Mex cravings, these enchiladas check all the boxes for flavor, tradition, and crowd-pleasing appeal!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:270 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Pork shoulder (boneless)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 large Yellow onion (diced)
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 2 cups Red enchilada sauce
• 8 medium Flour tortillas
• 2 cups Shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 0.25 cup Cilantro (chopped)
• 0.5 cup Sour cream (optional, for serving)
• 2 whole Lime wedges (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).

Step 2

Rub the pork shoulder with olive oil, garlic powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Place the pork shoulder in a roasting pan, add the diced onion and chicken broth to the pan, and cover tightly with aluminum foil.

Step 4

Roast the pork in the oven for 3-4 hours or until it is tender and easily shredded with a fork.

Step 5

Once the pork is done, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes. Shred the meat using two forks.

Step 6

Increase the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).

Step 7

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

Step 8

Lay a tortilla flat, add about 1/4 cup of shredded pork down the center, sprinkle with cheese, and roll it tightly.

Step 9

Place the rolled tortilla seam-side down in the prepared baking dish and repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.

Step 10

Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas, making sure to cover them evenly.

Step 11

Sprinkle the top with the remaining shredded Mexican cheese blend.

Step 12

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

Step 13

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Step 14

Serve hot with optional sour cream and lime wedges on the side for added flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2995.1 grams (2995.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5871

Total Fat 413.00g	529%
Saturated Fat 177.50g	888%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 1208mg	403%
Sodium 13472mg	586%
Total Carbohydrate 240.80g	88%
Dietary Fiber 19.20g	69%
Total Sugars 33.80g
Protein 320.10g	640%

Vitamin D 103IU	513%
Calcium 4320mg	332%
Iron 33mg	184%
Potassium 3919mg	83%

*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: 62.4%

Protein: 21.5%

Carbs: 16.2%