Homemade Ground Beef Enchiladas

Freshly baked ground beef enchiladas with melted cheese and cilantro on a white kitchen counter

Homemade Ground Beef Enchiladas

Cheesy, savory, and quick! These homemade ground beef enchiladas bring authentic flavor to your table in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or weekend comfort meals.

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Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Comfort Food, Mexican, Tex-Mex

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 30

Servings:

Calories: 430kcal

Cost: $12

Equipment

1 Large skillet
1 Medium saucepan
1 9x13 inch baking dish
Measuring cups and spoons
1 Whisk
1 Chef’s knife
1 Aluminum foil

Ingredients

Beef Filling

1 lb ground beef 80/20 blend
1 yellow onion diced
3 garlic cloves minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Enchilada Sauce

2 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 tablespoon all-purpose flour
3 tablespoon chili powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
2 cups chicken broth
6 oz tomato paste 1 small can
salt to taste

Assembly

8-10 flour tortillas 8-inch size
2 Mexican cheese blend shredded
½ cheddar cheese shredded
2 green onions chopped
fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

Make enchilada sauce by whisking flour and oil, then adding spices, broth, and tomato paste. Simmer until thick.
Brown beef, then sauté with onion and garlic. Season well and cook through.
Spoon beef into tortillas, add cheese, roll tightly, and place seam-side down.
Top with sauce and cheese. Cover and bake at 375°F for 20 minutes, then uncover and bake 5 more.
Sprinkle with cilantro and green onions before serving.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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