Mexican Beef Enchilada Recipe ~ How to Make Enchiladas, My Way

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork is often less expensive.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: monterey jack cheese

Reduced-fat cheese offers fewer calories, while Monterey Jack is usually cheaper.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt is higher in protein and can be used as a healthier substitute.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.

Stir in ground beef, cumin, salt, and pepper; cook until browned.

Warm corn tortillas in a separate pan until pliable.

Fill each tortilla with beef mixture, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a baking dish.

Pour enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas.

Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top of the sauce.

Bake for 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Serve hot, garnished with sour cream and cilantro.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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