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Easy Beef Enchilada Recipe With Corn Tortillas

Beef Enchilada Recipe
If you are a Mexican food enthusiast, then you must have tried beef enchiladas at least once in your lifetime. These delicious dishes are easy to make and can be customized according to your preferences. However, if you are a beginner, then you might want to try an easy beef enchilada recipe with corn tortillas.Enchiladas are a traditional Mexican dish that is made with tortillas filled with meat, vegetables, or cheese, and covered with chili sauce. In this recipe, we will use beef as a filling and corn tortillas as the shells. Corn tortillas are gluten-free and have a slightly sweet taste that compliments the beef filling perfectly. So, without further ado, let's dive into the recipe.

Ingredients

Beef Enchilada Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 can of diced tomatoes
  • 1 can of tomato sauce
  • 1 can of corn
  • 1 can of black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon of chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons of ground cumin
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup of shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

Beef Enchilada Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned.
  3. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, corn, black beans, onion, green bell pepper, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined.
  4. Reduce the heat to low and let the beef mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, until the sauce thickens.
  5. Meanwhile, warm the corn tortillas in the microwave for about 30 seconds, until they are pliable enough to roll up.
  6. Spread about 1/4 cup of the beef mixture on each tortilla, then roll them up tightly and place them seam-side down in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  7. Spoon the remaining beef mixture over the enchiladas, then sprinkle the shredded cheese on top.
  8. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for about 25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes.
  10. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro and serve.

Variations

Beef Enchilada Variations
There are many ways to customize this easy beef enchilada recipe. Here are a few ideas:
  • Instead of ground beef, you can use shredded chicken or pork.
  • Add some heat by using a spicy chili powder or adding chopped jalapeno peppers to the beef mixture.
  • Top the enchiladas with some sour cream, sliced avocado, or chopped tomatoes before serving.
  • Instead of corn tortillas, you can use flour tortillas or even lettuce leaves for a low-carb version.

Conclusion

This beef enchilada recipe is easy to make and can be customized to suit your tastes. With a few simple ingredients and some spices, you can create a delicious Mexican dish that your family will love. So, what are you waiting for? Get cooking and enjoy your homemade beef enchiladas with corn tortillas.

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