1lblean ground beefor substitute with shredded chuck roast for a steak enchiladas recipe spin
1/2medium yellow oniondiced
2clovesgarlicminced
1tspground cumin
1/2tspsmoked paprika
Salt and black pepperto taste
1cupcanned pinto beansdrained and rinsed (optional, for beef and bean enchiladas)
1cupshredded Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack cheese
For the sauce
1tbspolive oil
2tbspall-purpose flour
1cupchicken or beef broth
1cuproasted green chilescanned or fresh, chopped
1/2cupsour cream
Salt to taste
Assembly
8corn tortillas
1 1/2cupsshredded cheddar cheese or a Mexican cheese blend
Fresh cilantrofor garnish
Diced green onions or jalapeñosoptional
Instructions
Make the beef filling
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with diced onion until browned and tender, about 8–10 minutes. Stir in garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add beans if using. Once cooked, remove from heat and fold in 1 cup of shredded cheese.
Prepare the green chile sauce
In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium. Whisk in flour to make a quick roux, cooking for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in broth until smooth. Stir in green chiles and let simmer for 5 minutes. Turn off heat and stir in sour cream until the sauce is creamy. Adjust salt as needed.
Warm the tortillas
Briefly warm corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave to make them pliable. This prevents tearing during assembly.
Assemble the enchiladas
Spoon a bit of the green chile sauce into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Fill each tortilla with the beef mixture, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the dish.
Smother & bake
Pour the remaining green chile sauce over the enchiladas and sprinkle with the rest of the cheese. Cover with foil and bake at 375°F for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for 5–10 more minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
Garnish & serve
Let cool slightly, then top with chopped cilantro and green onions.