**Chuck's Enchiladas: A Mexican Delight with a Twist**
Chuck's enchiladas are an explosion of flavors and textures that pay tribute to Mexican cuisine. These oven-baked corn tortillas are filled with a delectable combination of seasoned ground beef, cheese, and a variety of vegetables, creating a harmonious blend of savory and hearty flavors. Enchiladas are then smothered in a rich and flavorful chili gravy, adding a touch of heat and depth to each bite. Served with a side of fluffy rice and refreshing beans, this dish promises a satisfying and authentic Mexican experience. Additionally, the article provides a vegetarian version of the enchiladas, catering to diverse dietary preferences. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, this recipe is perfect for both novice and experienced cooks seeking a delicious and crowd-pleasing meal.
SHREDDED BEEF ENCHILADAS
This is a great (time-consuming, but worth it) recipe. I keep losing it so I thought I'd post it on the web. Enjoy.
Provided by Christy Campbell
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 2h15m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place roast in a large saucepan that has a tight-fitting lid. Pour in water, cover, and simmer on low for 30 minutes. Increase heat to medium/high, and brown the roast on all sides. Once the water has boiled away, pour in the beef broth, vinegar, chili powder and 1 tablespoon of cumin. Cover tightly and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until the beef falls apart when you try to pick it up. Shred the beef, using 2 forks or your fingers. Place shredded beef back into the saucepan with all the juices, and let cool to room temperature.
- In a large skillet, saute the onion until just soft, not browned. Mix in flour and green chilies. Stir constantly for 2 minutes to cook the flour taste out. Stir in sour cream and 2 cups of Monterey Jack cheese. Cook on low for 10 minutes, stirring often, until the cheese is all melted and mixed. Set aside and let cool.
- In a large heavy skillet, heat the olive oil. Using tongs dip the tortillas, one at a time, into the oil for 30 seconds each side. Drain on paper towels.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spread 4 tablespoons of sour cream mixture down the center of the tortilla. Top with about the same amount of beef. Roll up and place seam side down in one or two 8x11 inch baking dish. Repeat for each tortilla. Continue until you are out of the filling. Sprinkle with remaining Monterey Jack cheese.
- Bake in a pre-heated oven for 30 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbling.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 576.9 calories, Carbohydrate 30.1 g, Cholesterol 112.3 mg, Fat 38 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 18.6 g, Sodium 666.8 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
SLOW-COOKED BEEF ENCHILADAS
Enchiladas get a beefy boost of goodness from slow-cooked roast. When the meat is done, assemble with tortillas and bake. Top with lettuce and tomatoes if desired. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 7h30m
Yield 6 enchiladas.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Rub roast with taco seasoning. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. slow cooker. Top with onion and broth. Cook, covered, on low 7-8 hours or until meat is tender. Remove roast; cool slightly. Reserve 1/2 cup cooking juices in a saucepan; discard remaining juices. Skim fat from reserved juices. Shred beef with 2 forks; return to slow cooker., In a small bowl, mix flour and cold water until smooth; add to saucepan. Cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir into meat mixture., Preheat oven to 425°. Spoon 1/2 cup meat mixture off center on each tortilla; top with chiles and 2 tablespoons cheese. Roll up and place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, seam side down. Top with enchilada sauce; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until cheese is melted. If desired, top with chopped lettuce and tomatoes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 551 calories, Fat 26g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 111mg cholesterol, Sodium 1388mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 38g protein.
BEST BEEF ENCHILADAS
These enchiladas are absolutely amazing! Truly a recipe your family will love.
Provided by country_cooker
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Cook and stir ground beef with onion in a skillet over medium heat until meat is crumbly and no longer pink, about 10 minutes. Drain grease. Stir 1 cup Cheddar cheese, sour cream, parsley, taco seasoning, oregano, and black pepper into the ground beef until cheese has melted. Mix in enchilada sauce, chili powder, garlic, and salt; bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and simmer until meat sauce is slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Lay a tortilla onto a work surface and spoon about 1/4 cup of meat sauce down the center of the tortilla. Top meat sauce with 1 tablespoon black beans and a sprinkling of black olives. Roll the tortilla up, enclosing the filling, and lay seam-side down into a 9x13-inch baking dish. Repeat with remaining tortillas. Spoon any remaining meat sauce over the enchiladas and scatter any remaining black beans and black olives over the top. Sprinkle tortillas with 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven until cheese topping is melted and enchiladas and sauce are bubbling, 20 to 22 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 583.2 calories, Carbohydrate 46.1 g, Cholesterol 93.7 mg, Fat 29.2 g, Fiber 7.1 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 12.2 g, Sodium 1216.3 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
ENCHILADAS CON CARNE
There are a few cool tricks to this recipe, one of which I picked up from an old issue of Bon Appétit, one I learned from Robb Walsh, the great Tex-Mex scholar and restaurateur who runs El Real Tex-Mex in Houston, and a final one I learned by happenstance. First, for the thickening agent in the chile sauce, toast raw all-purpose flour in a pan until it is nutty and golden brown, then reserve it to stir in with the browned beef later in the recipe. Second, if you like truly melty cheese in the classic Tex-Mex tradition, use a mixture of American cheese, like Velveeta, with the Cheddar you use inside and on top of the finished enchiladas. Finally, if you're fearful that a casserole of cheese, chili and fried tortillas may be a little rich for dinner, serve it with a bowl of tomatillo pineapple salsa on the side. The acidity provides a nice balance. (Note also that as with all recipes, but particularly this one, some planning and practice can get the preparation down to 60 minutes.)
Provided by Sam Sifton
Categories casseroles, main course
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Prepare the chili con carne: Put flour in a large sauté pan set over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until it begins to turn golden brown and smell nutty, then pour it onto a plate to cool.
- Wipe out sauté pan and return it to high heat with 2 tablespoons oil. When oil is hot and shimmery, add ground beef to pan, and cook, breaking it up with a fork and stirring, until it is well browned, about 12 to 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then use a slotted spoon to remove meat to a bowl, leaving drippings behind.
- Add onion, garlic and jalapeño to pan and cook, stirring to scrape up any browned bits of meat, for 10 to 12 minutes, or until vegetables are soft. Stir in tomatoes and cook until their liquid has evaporated, then add chile powder, cumin and oregano and stir to combine. After a minute or so, when mixture begins to turn fragrant, return browned meat to pan, along with toasted flour, and stir well to combine.
- Lower heat to medium-high and slowly stir in chicken stock, 1/2 cup at a time, until mixture has thickened and started to simmer. Lower heat again and allow chili to cook slowly for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until meat is tender. Add more stock or water if needed. Use immediately, or let cool, cover and refrigerate for up to a few days.
- When you are ready to cook the enchiladas, heat oven to 425 degrees. In a medium sauté pan set over medium-high heat, heat 1/2 cup neutral oil until it begins to shimmer. Using tongs or a wide spatula, place a tortilla in the hot fat; it should start to bubble immediately. Heat tortilla for about 10 seconds a side, until soft and lightly browned. Remove tortilla and set on a rack set over a baking pan, or just on a baking pan if you don't have a rack. Repeat with remaining tortillas, working quickly.
- Assemble the enchiladas: Using a ladle, put about 1/2 cup chili in the bottom of a 9-by-13-inch baking pan and spread it out a little. Roll a few tablespoons of cheese into each tortilla, along with a tablespoon or so of chili, then place it seam-side down in the pan, nestling each one against the last. Ladle remaining chili over top of rolled tortillas and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
- Transfer to oven and bake until sauce bubbles and cheese is melted, about 10 to 15 minutes. Sprinkle chopped onions over the top, if using, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 756, UnsaturatedFat 31 grams, Carbohydrate 41 grams, Fat 50 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 38 grams, SaturatedFat 16 grams, Sodium 851 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 1 gram
SLOW COOKER CHEESY CHICKEN ENCHILADAS RECIPE
Make dinner simple - the flavorful filling for these Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas cooks all day in a crock pot.
Provided by Camille Beckstrand
Categories Main Course
Time 6h45m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Spray slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray. Place chicken breasts inside slow cooker. Add taco seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, onion, green chilis, lime juice, and water on top of chicken. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Once it is finished baking, shred chicken with 2 forks (it should come apart really easy).
- Mix together cream of chicken soup and sour cream.
- Stir half of the soup mixture in with the shredded chicken. Spread the other half of the soup mixture on the bottom of a 9x13 pan (or two 9x9" pans).
- Place a scoop of the chicken mixture on a tortilla. Sprinkle on a little bit of cheese and roll up. Place seam-side down in the pan.
- Repeat with the rest of the tortillas.
- Pour enchilada sauce over the top and cover with remaining cheese. Top with green onions and olives.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 kcal, Carbohydrate 23 g, Protein 21 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 68 mg, Sodium 976 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving
Tips:
- Choose the Right Enchilada Sauce: Select a sauce that complements the filling. Spicy enchilada sauce pairs well with beef or chicken, while a mild sauce is better for vegetables or seafood.
- Prep the Tortillas: Heat the tortillas in a skillet or on a griddle to make them pliable and prevent cracking.
- Generous Filling: Don't skimp on the filling! Each enchilada should be packed with a flavorful combination of protein, vegetables, and cheese.
- Layering is Key: Layer the enchiladas in a single layer in the baking dish to ensure even cooking.
- Cheese Overload: Top the enchiladas with a generous amount of cheese for a gooey, melted texture.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake the enchiladas until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the sauce is simmering.
- Garnish for Presentation: Enhance the visual appeal by garnishing with fresh cilantro, sour cream, avocado slices, and a sprinkle of chili powder.
Conclusion:
Chuck's enchiladas are a delightful fusion of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. By following these tips, you can create a restaurant-quality enchilada dish that will impress your family and friends. Remember to experiment with different fillings, sauces, and toppings to find your perfect combination. These enchiladas are versatile and can be enjoyed as a main course, a side dish, or even as an appetizer. So, get creative and let your culinary skills shine through as you indulge in the deliciousness of Chuck's enchiladas!
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