How To Prepare Cheese Enchiladas

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Cottage cheese is lower in fat and provides a similar texture.

red enchilada sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade tomato sauce

💰Cheaper: canned tomato sauce

Canned tomato sauce is often less expensive and can be spiced to taste.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Plain yogurt is a cost-effective alternative with a similar tangy flavor.

jalapeños

🥗Healthier: banana peppers

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Bell peppers are milder and often less expensive.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a small bowl, combine 3 tbsp of chili powder, 3 tbsp of flour, 1 tsp of cocoa powder, 1/2 tsp of garlic, 1 tsp of oregano, and salt to taste.

Add 18 oz of tomato sauce and mix until the consistency is like a paste, adding a little water if necessary.

Pour the mixture into a pan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened, then remove from heat and set aside.

Heat a griddle over medium-high temperature and add 2 cups of vegetable oil to a skillet.

Check if the oil is hot enough by placing the end of a wooden spoon in the oil; if bubbles form, it's ready.

Warm the tortillas on the griddle, being careful not to overcook them.

Dip each tortilla in the hot oil to coat, let it drip, and then rest on a plate for a few minutes.

On a flat surface, place a tortilla, add 3 oz of cheese and sprinkle with onions, then roll it into a cylinder shape.

Place the rolled tortillas in a pan and repeat until all are filled.

Smother the tortillas with the enchilada sauce prepared earlier and sprinkle the top with remaining cheese.

Place the pan in the oven for 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted.

Remove from the oven, garnish with green onions, and serve.

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