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Enchiladas with Homemade Red Sauce

Cultural Context

Enchiladas have their roots in the Aztec culture, where tortillas were filled with various ingredients and rolled. Today, they are a staple of Mexican cuisine, often enjoyed during celebrations and family gatherings. The homemade red sauce is a labor of love, highlighting the importance of fresh ingredients in traditional cooking. Variations abound, with different fillings and sauces found across regions, making enchiladas a beloved dish worldwide.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
12 corn tortillas
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 medium tomatoes
2 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon oregano
2 cups cheese, shredded
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1 lime, cut into wedges
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup sour cream

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: beans

Tofu provides a plant-based protein option, while beans are budget-friendly.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: creme fraiche

Greek yogurt is lower in fat and adds creaminess.

corn tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole wheat tortillas

💰Cheaper: flour tortillas

Whole wheat adds fiber, while flour is often cheaper.

1

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

2

Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

3

Blend tomatoes, chicken broth, cumin, and oregano until smooth to create the sauce.

4

Pour the sauce into the skillet and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5

Warm corn tortillas in a separate skillet until pliable, about 30 seconds on each side.

6

Fill each tortilla with cooked chicken and a bit of cheese, then roll tightly.

7

Place rolled enchiladas seam-side down in a baking dish.

8

Pour remaining sauce over the enchiladas and sprinkle with cheese.

9

Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until bubbly.

10

Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges and sour cream.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingblendingbaking

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Enchiladas RojasMexican Enchiladas
Local Name: Enchiladas con salsa roja casera

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