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Flavorful Beef Enchiladas Recipe with Spicy Red Sauce Easy and Best

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A quick and easy beef enchiladas recipe featuring a smoky, spicy red sauce and melted cheese, perfect for comforting family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 grams) ground beef (85% lean)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 can (14 ounces / 400 grams) crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 cup (240 ml) beef broth
  • 1–2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
  • 8–10 flour tortillas (8-inch / 20 cm size)
  • 2 cups (200 grams) shredded cheese (cheddar and Monterey Jack blend)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Optional: fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Optional: sour cream or Mexican crema, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with olive oil or non-stick spray.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds to release the aroma.
  4. Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, and cook until browned and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes.
  5. Season the beef with salt, black pepper, chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika. Stir well to coat evenly.
  6. Stir in the tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, beef broth, and chopped chipotle peppers. Reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 10-12 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Warm the tortillas slightly in the microwave or on a dry skillet until soft and pliable.
  8. Spoon about 1/4 cup (60 ml) of the beef mixture onto each tortilla, sprinkle a little shredded cheese inside, then roll up tightly.
  9. Arrange the rolled tortillas seam-side down in the greased baking dish, packing them snugly.
  10. Pour the remaining spicy red sauce evenly over the enchiladas, making sure all are well-coated.
  11. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese on top.
  12. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the sauce is thickened around the edges.
  13. Let the enchiladas rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  14. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and a dollop of sour cream, if desired.

Notes

Warm tortillas before rolling to prevent cracking. Simmer sauce low and slow for best flavor. Avoid overfilling tortillas to prevent spilling. If sauce is too thick before baking, add a splash more beef broth. Let enchiladas rest after baking for easier slicing.

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