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Enchiladas Rojas de Queso

Cultural Context

Originating from Mexico, enchiladas rojas de queso are a beloved comfort food, showcasing the rich flavors of red chili sauce and melted cheese. Traditionally served during family gatherings and celebrations, these enchiladas reflect the vibrant culinary heritage of Mexican cuisine. Today, they are enjoyed worldwide, with variations that include different fillings and sauces.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
15 chile guajillo
1 chile ancho
water
pepper
ground cumin
oregano
2 cloves garlic
corn tortillas
mozzarella cheese
cotija cheese
queso fresco
vegetable oil
cabbage
sour cream

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

queso fresco

🥗Healthier: ricotta cheese

💰Cheaper: mozzarella cheese

Ricotta provides a similar texture at a lower cost.

red chili sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade salsa

💰Cheaper: canned tomato sauce with spices

Homemade salsa can be fresher and healthier.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: banana pepper

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Bell peppers are milder and more affordable.

1

Remove seeds from 15 guajillo chiles and wash them.

2

Remove seeds from 1 ancho chile.

3

Boil the chiles in water for about 6-7 minutes.

4

Chop cabbage finely for garnish.

5

Blend the boiled chiles with some of the water, pepper, ground cumin, oregano, and 2 cloves of garlic until smooth.

6

Heat a saucepan over low heat to warm the blended sauce.

7

Prepare corn tortillas, preferably a day old, for filling.

8

Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan and carefully dip each tortilla in the oil for a couple of seconds until soft.

9

Fill each tortilla with cheese, rolling them tightly after filling.

10

Place the rolled enchiladas in a serving dish and top with the sauce and additional cheese.

11

Serve with sour cream and garnish with cabbage.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

blendersaucepandeep panserving dish

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Cheese EnchiladasEnchiladas Rojas
Local Name: Enchiladas Rojas de Queso

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