Description
Deliciously satisfying Cheesy Beef Enchiladas rolled in corn tortillas and smothered in chili gravy, topped with melted cheddar cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb. 80/20 ground beef
- 1 T. kosher salt, divided
- 1/2 t. black pepper
- 1/3 c. minced white onion
- 2 T. Texas chili powder
- 1 t. powdered garlic
- 1 t. onion powder
- 1/2 t. Mexican oregano
- 2 t. cumin
- 1/4 c. flour
- 2 1/2 c. beef stock
- 1 t. fresh lemon juice
- 12 oz. medium cheddar, freshly grated
- 12–16 fresh yellow or white corn tortillas
- 1 c. oil for frying
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Brown the ground beef with half of the kosher salt and black pepper until evenly browned.
- Add the minced onion and cook for about 2 minutes until translucent.
- Sprinkle in the Texas chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, Mexican oregano, and cumin, stirring until combined.
- Lower the heat and sprinkle in the flour, mixing it into the beef to form a roux.
- Gradually pour in the beef stock, bringing it to a boil before reducing heat and letting simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Season with the remaining salt and stir in fresh lemon juice.
- Heat oil in a separate skillet for frying tortillas.
- Fry each tortilla lightly for 1-2 seconds on each side, then drain on paper towels.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Grease a 9×13 inch dish to prevent sticking.
- Place a portion of grated cheddar and minced onion on each tortilla, roll it up, and arrange seam-down in the baking dish.
- Pour the chili gravy generously over the assembled enchiladas.
- Bake for 20 minutes, until heated through and sizzling.
- Garnish with chopped onions or extra cheese before serving, if desired.
Notes
Consider adding diced jalapeños for a spicy kick or black beans for texture. Let your enchiladas rest for a few minutes after baking for easier serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg