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Ground Beef Enchiladas

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These hearty beef enchiladas are loaded with seasoned ground beef, creamy refried beans, spicy enchilada sauce, and gooey melted cheese.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

Enchilada Sauce

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 tablespoons flour
3 tablespoons tomato puree
720ml (3 cups) chicken stock
1 tablespoon hot chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Beef Filling

1 large red pepper, finely diced
1 medium white onion, finely diced
2 garlic cloves, finely diced
500g (1 lb) lean ground beef
2 teaspoons paprika
2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Enchiladas

8 flour tortillas (67 inch)
Half a can refried beans
200250g cheddar cheese, shredded
100150g Mexican or spicy cheese blend

Optional Toppings

Sour cream
Diced avocado
Fresh diced tomatoes
Sliced green onions
Fresh cilantro
Lime wedges

Instructions

Make the Enchilada Sauce
Heat vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Stir in flour until smooth, then add tomato puree and cook for 1 minute.
Gradually whisk in chicken stock until smooth and lump-free.
Add chili powder, cumin, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Simmer for several minutes until slightly thickened, then remove from heat.
Prepare the Beef Filling
In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of oil over medium heat.
Add onion, red pepper, and garlic. Cook until softened.
Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
Stir in paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper, and 1/4 cup enchilada sauce. Remove from heat.
Assemble the Enchiladas
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Spread a spoonful of refried beans onto the lower third of each tortilla.
Add beef mixture and sprinkle with cheese.
Roll tortillas tightly and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
Bake
Spread a layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom of the baking dish before adding enchiladas.
Pour remaining sauce over the enchiladas and top with shredded cheese.
Bake for 25–30 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden.
Serve
Garnish with cilantro and serve with sour cream, avocado, tomatoes, green onions, and lime wedges.

Notes

Adjust the chili powder to control spice level. Corn tortillas can be substituted for flour tortillas for a more traditional enchilada recipe.