Do you want a cozy and cheesy dinner tonight? Mexican beef enchiladas are a big favorite in my house, and I know your family will love them too. They are warm, filling, and packed with wonderful flavors that make any night feel like a weekend party.
Cooking at home is a great way to save money and eat better food. If you are ever short on time during the week, you can also check out this Speedy Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry: Your High-Protein Dinner Hero for another quick idea. But tonight, we are sticking to our amazing beef enchiladas.
Ingredients Needed
You do not need fancy items to make this meal. Most of these things are already in your local grocery store or your pantry. Here is what you need to grab:
- One pound of lean ground beef
- One small onion, chopped small
- Two cloves of garlic, minced
- One packet of taco seasoning
- One can of red enchilada sauce
- Eight flour tortillas
- Two cups of shredded cheddar cheese
- One small can of black beans, rinsed and drained
- Fresh cilantro for top garnish
Step By Step Making
Making enchiladas is very simple. Just follow these easy steps and you will have a hot dinner ready in no time.
1. First, turn on your oven and set the temperature to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. While the oven gets hot, grab a large skillet and put it on the stove over medium heat.
2. Add your ground beef and chopped onion to the skillet. Cook the meat until it is completely brown and the onions are soft. Make sure to break the meat apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Drain any extra oil from the pan.
3. Add the minced garlic and taco seasoning to the beef. Pour in a splash of water, mix everything well, and let it cook for about three minutes so the flavors mix together.
4. Stir your black beans into the beef mixture. Take the pan off the heat.
5. Take a baking dish and spread a thin layer of the red enchilada sauce on the bottom. This stops the tortillas from sticking.
6. Lay out your flour tortillas. Put a good spoonful of the beef and bean mixture into the center of each tortilla. Roll them up tightly and place them seam side down in your baking dish.
7. Pour the rest of the red enchilada sauce all over the top of the rolled tortillas. Make sure every single one is covered so they do not dry out in the oven.
8. Sprinkle all your shredded cheddar cheese generously across the top. You want a nice blanket of cheese on there.
9. Put the baking dish into your hot oven. Bake for about twenty minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the cheese on top is melted and slightly golden brown.
10. Take it out of the oven and let it cool down for five minutes. Sprinkle some fresh cilantro on top if you like the taste, and serve it hot to your hungry family.
Nutritional Value
Knowing what goes into your food is always helpful. Here are the estimated numbers for one serving of these beef enchiladas:
- Calories: Around 450 calories per serving
- Protein: About 28 grams
- Carbs: Around 35 grams
Health Benefits
Eating homemade meals lets you control the ingredients. Ground beef gives you a strong dose of protein, which helps keep your muscles strong and your belly full for a long time. Beans are full of fiber, which is great for your digestion. Plus, cooking dinner at home on Azeely recommendations brings people together around the table, which is good for your mental health and happiness.
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