Best 4 Tex Mex Beef Enchiladas Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey to the heart of Tex-Mex cuisine with our tantalizing Tex-Mex Beef Enchiladas. These delectable enchiladas are a symphony of flavors, featuring tender and juicy ground beef enveloped in warm corn tortillas, smothered in a rich and savory enchilada sauce, and topped with a blanket of melted cheese. Accompaniments like sour cream, guacamole, and pico de gallo add layers of freshness and tang to each bite. This comprehensive guide includes two variations of the classic Tex-Mex Beef Enchiladas recipe – one featuring a homemade enchilada sauce and the other using store-bought sauce for convenience. Additionally, discover a vegetarian enchilada recipe for a meatless twist on this beloved dish. Each recipe is carefully crafted to deliver an authentic Tex-Mex experience, whether you prefer the traditional homemade sauce or the ease of a store-bought option. Our guide also offers tips and tricks to elevate your enchiladas, ensuring a perfect balance of flavors and textures in every bite. Unleash your inner chef and embark on a culinary adventure with our Tex-Mex Beef Enchiladas extravaganza.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TEX-MEX BEEF AND CHEESE ENCHILADAS



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Cheese filled tortillas are covered with a spicy meat sauce and cheese before baking. Growing up all my life in South Texas, this dish was a staple!

Provided by RHONDA35

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds ground beef
3 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
4 cups water
½ cup all-purpose flour, divided
1 ½ teaspoons sugar
2 tablespoons cooking oil
12 (6 inch) corn tortillas
4 cups shredded American cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring to crumble, until no longer pink. Drain off grease and season with chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, and salt. Mix in the tomato sauce and 2 cups of the water. Simmer over low heat. Mix the remaining water with the flour and sugar until flour is dissolved; stir into the simmering meat sauce. Simmer until thickened, about 10 minutes.
  • While the sauce is cooking, heat oil in another skillet over medium-high heat. Warm tortillas in the hot oil until pliable. Fill each tortilla with a little bit of cheese, and place in a 9x13 inch baking dish, reserving some of the cheese to sprinkle on top. Pour the meat sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas. Top with remaining cheese.
  • Bake for 25 minutes in the preheated oven, until cheese is melted and lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 793.5 calories, Carbohydrate 40.4 g, Cholesterol 172 mg, Fat 49.1 g, Fiber 6.5 g, Protein 47.1 g, SaturatedFat 24.1 g, Sodium 1915.1 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

TEX-MEX BEEF ENCHILADAS



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This recipe is easily doubled; you can bake one batch tonight and freeze another for a no-fuss weeknight meal.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes     Ground Beef Recipes

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
1 can (14 1/2 ounces) reduced sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder
1 small canned chipotle chile in adobo, minced, plus 1 tablespoon sauce from can
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 pound lean ground beef
Coarse salt and ground pepper
8 corn tortillas (6-inch)
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (6 ounces)
1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Make sauce: In a medium saucepan, heat 1 1/2 tablespoons oil over medium. Add flour and cook, whisking occasionally, 1 minute. Add broth, chili powder, chipotle and adobo sauce, and 3/4 cup water; bring to a boil, whisking constantly. Reduce heat, and simmer until lightly thickened, about 10 minutes.
  • Make filling: In a 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil over medium-high. Add onion, garlic, and beef; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until cooked through, about 8 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. (If freezing, don't place any sauce in baking dish. See Cook's Notes below.) Spoon 1/4 cup sauce in bottom of an 8-inch square baking dish. Set aside. Make enchiladas: Stack tortillas; wrap in foil, and warm in oven, 10 minutes. Fill each with a heaping 1/4 cup beef mixture and 2 tablespoons cheese; tightly roll up.
  • Raise oven heat to 450 degrees. Arrange enchiladas, seam side down, in baking dish. Top with remaining sauce; sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, until hot and bubbly, 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool 10 minutes before serving. Serve garnished with cilantro and, if desired, a green salad.

TEX-MEX BEEF ENCHILADAS (SALLYE)



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Wonderful Tex-Mex enchiladas that are easy to make, impressive to serve, and delicious to eat. Get your taste buds revved up for this dish.

Provided by sallye bates

Categories     Beef

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2-3 lb coarse ground chuck
2 Tbsp cooking oil
1 medium white onion
2-3 medium jalapeno or serrano peppers
1/3 bunch fresh cilantro
1 Tbsp chili powder
1 Tbsp smoked paprika
1 tsp sea salt
1 tsp ground black pepper
12+ homemade corn or flour torillas (links in comments or can use store-bought)
1 c grated monterey jack cheese
1 c grated mexican blend cheese
2-3 c **enchilada sause https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/sauce-spread/other-sauce-spread/red-hot-enchilada-sauce.html?p=48below in comments)

Steps:

  • 1. PREPARATION: Cook Red Hot Enchilada sauce (recipe https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/sauce-spread/other-sauce-spread/red-hot-enchilada-sauce.html and set aside. **NOTE:: you can use store bought enchilada sauce if you wish. Preheat oven to 350º Peel onion and cut into quarters, place in food processor. Cut peppers in half, remove stems, seeds and veins and add to food processor Cut stems from cilantro, and add leaves only to food processor. Pulse until finely minced; leave in processor for now Toss two cheeses together in bowl and set aside.
  • 2. Heat large heavy non-stick skillet (I use my cast iron) to medium high heat, then add cooking oil,ground chuck, chili powder, paprika, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently until meat is "grey". Add onions, peppers and cilantro from food processor and cook about two more minutes. Remove from heat and set aside
  • 3. Lightly grease a 9" x 13" baking dish and set aside. Place 4-6 tortillas at a time on paper towel, cover with another paper towel and place in microwave for 20 seconds to soften. (Note: You need to do this in 2 or 3 bunches or the tortillas will get cold while you are working with them) Remove from microwave and place on cutting board or large piece of waxed paper. Take one tortilla and spoon meat mixture down center, sprinkle with a small amount of grated cheese, then roll up and place "seams down" in baking dish. Continue preparing one at a time until all tortillas and meat are used. (It's okay to scrunch the tortillas together, they will still cook)
  • 4. Pour the enchilada sauce over the entire dish, sprinkle remainder of cheese over top. You can add more cheese if desired (we like lots of cheese on ours) Place in oven and cook for 25-30 minutes until cheese is crusty and bubbly.
  • 5. Serve with salsa, charro or refried beans, and spanish rice for an authentic Tex-Mex platter. ENJOY.

MAMA'S TEX-MEX BEEF ENCHILADAS



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This was a favorite in my family while I was growing up. I have continued using the original recipe with just a few minor seasoning adjustments. Hope you enjoy. :)

Provided by Terri Rountree

Categories     Tacos & Burritos

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lb ground beef
2 lb colby cheese
1 large onion
4 clove garlic
2 Tbsp chili powder
1/2 tsp cumin
1 Tbsp dried cilantro
30 corn tortilla
3 can(s) no bean chili (15 oz.)

Steps:

  • 1. Finely chop onion and grate cheese. Heat Chile, set aside.
  • 2. Brown ground beef in 12 in. skillet with onion, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, and cilantro.
  • 3. Drain grease from beef mixture and immediately stir in 1/2 of cheese till it melts.
  • 4. Heat 2 corn tortillas in microwave, cover with damp paper towel, for 30 seconds. Take out and spoon meat mixture ( about 2 tblsp.) onto tortilla and roll. Place in 9x13 casserole dish. Repeat until all meat mixture is used. This will make 2 9x 13 pans.
  • 5. Pour 1/2 chili in each pan. Cover in cheese.
  • 6. Bake for approx. 20 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is melted. Serve with Salsa and Sour Cream.

Tips:

  • Prep your ingredients in advance: This will make the cooking process much smoother and faster. Chop your vegetables, grate your cheese, and cook your ground beef ahead of time if possible.
  • Use a large skillet or Dutch oven: This will give you plenty of room to cook the beef and vegetables without overcrowding them.
  • Don't overcook the beef: It should be cooked through but still tender. Overcooked beef will be tough and chewy.
  • Use a flavorful enchilada sauce: This is the key to making delicious enchiladas. You can use a store-bought sauce or make your own. If you're using a store-bought sauce, be sure to taste it first and adjust the seasonings as needed.
  • Fill the tortillas evenly: This will help to prevent them from breaking when you roll them up.
  • Bake the enchiladas until they are golden brown and bubbly: This will take about 20 minutes.
  • Serve the enchiladas with your favorite toppings: Sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and shredded lettuce are all popular choices.

Conclusion:

Tex-Mex beef enchiladas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. With a little planning and preparation, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal on the table in no time. They are a great way to use up leftover beef and vegetables, and they can be customized to your own liking. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Tex-Mex beef enchiladas a try!

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