Best Homemade Beef Enchiladas Recipe
Beef Enchiladas are delicious, cheesy, and perfectly spiced tortillas that make the best comfort food. Imagine a soft corn tortilla, filled with seasoned ground beef, garlic, and onion, all wrapped up and drenched in a rich, savory enchilada sauce. Then it’s topped with a generous amount of melted cheese, golden and bubbly from the oven. That is exactly what a homemade beef enchiladas is.
Beef enchiladas are the kind of dish that never fails to impress. Whether you’re hosting a casual family dinner or need something easy that you want to make quickly yet feels satisfying, beef enchiladas ticks all the boxes. It’s quick to prepare, super satisfying, and the leftovers are even better the next day (if there are any!). The combination of tender beef, smoky cumin, and the tangy enchilada sauce is so flavorful that each bite feels like a little party in your mouth.
As I said, making beef enchiladas is super easy and can be done in a few minutes, I am going to prove that with the following guided recipe on how to make the best beef enchiladas that feels like nothing you’ve had before.
Best Homemade Beef Enchiladas Recipe
Equipment
- Skillet or frying pan
- Baking dish (9x13-inch)
- Spoon or spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Aluminum foil This is optional
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 packet 1 oz taco seasoning mix
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 can 10 oz red enchilada sauce
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream optional, for topping
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro optional, for garnish
- 1/2 tsp cumin optional, for extra flavor
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Beef Filling
- In a large skillet, heat a little oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for about 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and break it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
Season the Beef
- Stir in the taco seasoning mix, water, and cumin (if using). Let it simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Prepare the Tortillas
- Heat the tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds on each side, just to soften them. This step helps prevent them from breaking when rolling.
Assemble the Enchiladas
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom of the baking dish.
- Fill each tortilla with about 2 tablespoons of the beef mixture, then sprinkle with a small handful of cheese. Roll the tortilla tightly and place it seam-side down in the baking dish. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
Top and Bake
- Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve
- Let the enchiladas cool for a few minutes before serving. Top with sour cream and cilantro, if desired. Serve with a side of rice or beans for a complete meal.
