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Vegetarian Enchiladas

Cultural Context

Enchiladas are a traditional Mexican dish that dates back to the Aztecs, who would eat rolled tortillas filled with various ingredients. Vegetarian enchiladas have gained popularity as a meat-free option, reflecting modern dietary preferences while still honoring the dish's rich history.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
6 corn tortillas
1 tablespoon oil
1 15 oz can crushed tomatoes
3 tablespoons oil
3 tablespoons all purpose flour
1.5 teaspoons red chilli powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon cumin seed powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1 cup water
3 cups chopped spinach
1 teaspoon oil
1/2 cup frozen corn
1/2 cup chopped mushrooms
1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon chopped jalapeno pepper

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in fat and adds a cheesy flavor.

black beans

🥗Healthier: kidney beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Kidney beans are more nutritious, while pinto beans are often cheaper.

1

Prepare the ingredients for the enchiladas.

2

Make the enchilada sauce by pureeing the tomatoes.

3

In a pan, heat 3 tablespoons of oil and add 3 tablespoons of all purpose flour, cooking until light golden brown.

4

Add the tomato puree, black pepper, cumin seed powder, oregano, red chilli powder, salt, and sugar to the pan and mix well.

5

Add 1 cup of water and bring the sauce to a boil, then cook for 2-3 minutes until it reaches pouring consistency.

6

In another pan, heat 1 teaspoon of oil and add 3 cups of chopped spinach, 1/2 cup of frozen corn, and 1/2 cup of chopped mushrooms, cooking for 3-4 minutes until tender.

7

Add 2 tablespoons of the enchilada sauce to the vegetable mixture and cook for 1 more minute, then let cool.

8

Mix in 1/3 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and 1/3 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese into the vegetable filling.

9

Grill the tortillas in a greased pan with a little oil for half a minute on each side until soft.

10

Assemble the enchiladas by placing the filling in the tortillas, rolling them up seam-side down, and placing them in a dish.

11

Cover the enchiladas with the remaining enchilada sauce and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and jalapeno.

12

Microwave the assembled enchiladas for about 1-1.5 minutes until heated through and cheese is melted.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbakingrolling

Equipment Needed

panmicrowave

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Enchiladas Vegetarianas
Local Name: Enchiladas vegetarianas

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