Description
A delightful twist on traditional Mexican cuisine, these enchiladas combine hearty ground beef and nutritious black beans wrapped in tortillas and smothered in enchilada sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can red enchilada sauce
- 8 flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add the ground beef, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 6-8 minutes until browned.
- Stir in the black beans and half of the enchilada sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Take a tortilla, spoon the beef mixture into the center, and roll it up. Place seam-side down in a baking dish. Repeat.
- Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Place the baking dish in the oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and the cheese is melted.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving (optional).
Notes
Pair with refried beans, Mexican rice, or a fresh salad. For added flavor, serve with sour cream or guacamole.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg