Quick Flavor-Packed Beef or Veggie Enchiladas
Treat your family to a delicious and hearty meal with these Quick Flavor-Packed Beef or Veggie Enchiladas. Ideal for busy weeknights, this recipe brings together succulent ground beef or vegetarian alternatives, spicy salsa, and gooey melted cheese all wrapped in warm tortillas. The incorporation of fresh cilantro and optional avocado adds a refreshing touch, elevating the dish and making it perfect for both meat lovers and vegetarians alike. In just over half an hour, you can have a satisfying dinner ready, and adjustments are easy if you want to serve fewer people. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining friends, these enchiladas are sure to become a regular favorite in your kitchen!
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Servings
300
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
lean ground beef or vegetarian ground beef
2 lbs or 240 g (cooked with spices)
ground cumin
2 tablespoons (mixed with meat)
hot salsa
1 1/2 cups (thick salsa, heated)
shredded cheese
4 cups (divided for filling and topping)
cilantro
1 cup (coarsely chopped, divided)
flour tortillas
3 medium (7-inch wide) (for wrapping the filling)
sour cream
1 cup (divided for filling and topping)
avocados
2 (sliced, optional for serving)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with oil.
2
In a large non-stick frying pan, combine ground beef (or vegetarian ground beef if using), ground cumin, and salt (omit salt for vegetarian option). Cook over medium-high heat, consistently stirring and breaking the meat apart until it is fully cooked and browned (about 5 minutes).
3
Add 1 cup of hot salsa to the cooked meat and stir until heated through.
4
Fold in half of the shredded cheese and half of the chopped cilantro into the meat mixture until well combined.
5
On a clean cutting board, lay out a flour tortilla. Spoon 3/4 cup of the meat mixture down the center of the tortilla, adding 1 tablespoon of sour cream on top. Roll the tortilla tightly, ensuring the filling is secure.
6
Place the rolled tortilla seam-side down in the prepared baking dish. Repeat this process with the remaining tortillas, placing them next to each other.
7
Spread the remaining 1/2 cup of sour cream over the tops of the tortillas.
8
Pour the remaining salsa over the tortillas, and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
10
Remove from the oven and sprinkle the remaining chopped cilantro over the top before serving.
11
Serve hot, accompanied by sliced avocados and additional sour cream if desired.
Nutrition Information
15g
Fat
30g
Carbs
15g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Quick Flavor-Packed Beef or Veggie Enchiladas?
This is a hearty, quick-to-make meal featuring ground beef or vegetarian alternatives, spicy salsa, and melted cheese wrapped in tortillas.
Can I make this recipe vegetarian?
Yes, you can substitute the ground beef with vegetarian ground beef and omit the salt.
What oven temperature is needed for these enchiladas?
The oven should be preheated to 500°F (260°C).
How much ground beef is required for the recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 lbs or 240 g of lean ground beef or vegetarian alternative.
How much ground cumin is used?
You will need 2 tablespoons of ground cumin.
What kind of salsa is recommended?
The recipe recommends using hot salsa.
How much salsa is needed in total?
A total of 1 1/2 cups of hot salsa is used in the recipe.
How much cheese is required?
The recipe uses 4 cups of shredded cheese, divided for the filling and the topping.
What type and size of tortillas are used?
The recipe uses 3 medium flour tortillas, approximately 7 inches wide.
How much sour cream do I need?
You will need 1 cup of sour cream, divided for the filling and the topping.
How much cilantro is used?
The recipe requires 1 cup of coarsely chopped cilantro, divided.
How many calories are in a serving?
Each serving contains approximately 300 calories.
What is the protein content per serving?
There are 15g of protein per serving.
How much fat is in these enchiladas?
Each serving contains 15g of fat.
What are the carbohydrates per serving?
There are 30g of carbohydrates per serving.
What size baking dish should I use?
A 9x13-inch baking dish is required for this recipe.
How do I prepare the baking dish?
Lightly grease the 9x13-inch baking dish with oil before starting.
How long does it take to cook the meat?
The ground beef or vegetarian ground should be cooked for about 5 minutes until fully browned.
What ingredients are folded into the cooked meat filling?
Half of the shredded cheese, half of the chopped cilantro, and 1 cup of hot salsa are folded into the meat.
How much filling goes into each tortilla?
Spoon 3/4 cup of the meat mixture and 1 tablespoon of sour cream into each tortilla.
How should the tortillas be placed in the baking dish?
The tortillas should be rolled tightly and placed seam-side down in the dish.
What is the final topping before baking?
Spread the remaining sour cream, salsa, and cheese over the tops of the rolled tortillas.
How long do the enchiladas bake for?
Bake them in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes.
How do I know when the enchiladas are done?
They are done when the cheese is melted and golden brown.
When should I add the remaining cilantro?
Sprinkle the remaining chopped cilantro over the top immediately after removing from the oven.
What are some suggested sides for serving?
The dish is great served with sliced avocados and additional sour cream.
Is this recipe suitable for a quick weeknight dinner?
Yes, it is designed for busy weeknights and takes just over half an hour to prepare.
Can I adjust the recipe to serve fewer people?
Yes, the recipe is easily adjustable for smaller portions.
How many main ingredients are needed for this recipe?
There are 8 main ingredients used in this recipe.
Should salt be used in the vegetarian version?
No, the instructions specify to omit salt for the vegetarian option.