SUPER EASY TEX-MEX BEEF ENCHILADAS RECIPE

The key to a perfect Tex-Mex Beef Enchilada is a combination of multiple factors: A good authentic enchilada gravy, a flavorful ground beef filling, and melty cheese. 

Serves: 4-6  

Prep Time: 20 mins  

Cooking Time: 45 mins

INGREDIENTS

• 2-3 lb. coarse ground chuck
• 2 Tbsp cooking oil
• 1 medium white onion
• 2-3 medium jalapeno or serrano peppers
• 1/3 bunch fresh cilantro
• 1 Tbsp chilli powder
• 1 Tbsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1 tsp ground black pepper
• 12+ homemade corn or flour tortillas (links in comments or can use store-bought)
• 1 cup grated Monterey jack cheese
• 1 cup grated Mexican blend cheese

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Prepare and cook the Red Hot Enchilada sauce. Set aside.
2. Prepare the oven and preheat to 175 degrees C or 350 degrees F.
3. Peel the onion and slice into 4 cuts.
4. Add the sliced onion in the food processor.
5. Slice the pepper into two and remove the seeds and stems. Remove the stems of the cilantro.
6. Add the pepper, cilantro, and bay leaves in the food processor. Pulse until minced.

1. In a small mixing bowl, add the cheeses. Stir until well combined.
2. Place a non-stick skillet on the stove and turn the heat to medium-high.
3. Drizzle with cooking oil and allow it to become hot.
4. Add the chilli powder, paprika, ground chuck, salt, and pepper. Stir and cook until the ground chuck turns grey.
5. Add in the minced ingredients and cook for 2 minutes or until hot.
6. Remove the skillet from the heat.
7. Apply a little cooking spray in a 9×13-inch baking dish.
8. Add 6 tortillas on a clean paper towel at a time and cover it with a paper towel. Heat inside the microwave for 20 seconds or until soft.
9. Place the softened tortillas on a cutting board.
10. Spoon the meat mixture into a tortilla and place it in the middle. Sprinkle with grated cheese and roll it, then place in the baking dish. Repeat this method to the rest of the tortillas.
11. Pour the enchilada sauce on top of the filled tortilla layer and sprinkle the rest of the cheese over.
12. Bake inside the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and it turns into crust.
13. Remove from the oven and serve. Enjoy!

Note:

I serve this dish with charro, salsa, Spanish rice, or refried beans.

Credit to: skinnyandtasty