Beef Enchiladas with Flour Tortillas
A comforting Tex-Mex classic featuring seasoned beef wrapped in flour tortillas, topped with enchilada sauce and melted cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 can enchilada sauce (10 oz)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 8 flour tortillas
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat oil in a skillet, sauté onion, pepper, and garlic until soft.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Spread ½ cup enchilada sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Place beef mixture inside tortillas, roll tightly, and arrange seam-side down.
- Pour remaining enchilada sauce over tortillas and sprinkle with cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Use lean beef for less grease.
- Flour tortillas roll easier than corn tortillas.
- Add beans or corn to the filling for variety.
- Homemade enchilada sauce enhances flavour.
- Leftovers reheat well in the oven.