Spicy Beef Enchiladas with Red Sauce

JE
Jennifer

Cuisine: Mexican
Categories: Comfort Food

These Spicy Beef Enchiladas with Red Sauce are a flavor explosion in every bite. Savory ground beef seasoned with aromatic spices, enveloped in soft flour tortillas, and smothered in tangy red enchilada sauce. A cheesy, comforting dish that will surely satisfy your Mexican food cravings.

Spicy Beef Enchiladas with Red Sauce
spicy
family-friendly
weeknight
cheesy

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes

Serving Size: Serves 4

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 can (14 oz) red enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 8 small flour tortillas
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Add diced onions and garlic, cook until onions are translucent.
  3. Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes.
  4. Pour half of the enchilada sauce into the beef mixture and simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Spread a spoonful of the beef mixture onto each tortilla, roll up, and place seam side down in a baking dish.
  6. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas and sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
    Spicy Beef Enchiladas with Red Sauce Recipe @ TotallyChefs