Savory Beef Enchiladas with Creamy Taco Sauce
Delight your family with these Savory Beef Enchiladas, perfect for any occasion and especially designed with children in mind. This flavorful dish uses up leftover roast beef, transforming it into a hearty and comforting meal. The combination of sautéed onions and sweet peppers adds a burst of flavor, while the creamy sour cream sauce on top brings an irresistible richness. Baked until bubbling and golden, these enchiladas are sure to please, showcasing the vibrant tastes of Mexican cuisine without overwhelming spice levels. Serve them alongside a fresh salad or Mexican rice for a complete dinner.
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Servings
300
Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
Vegetable oil
1 tablespoon (None)
Onion
1 (Sliced)
Sweet green pepper
1 (Sliced)
Sweet red or yellow pepper
1 (Sliced)
Garlic
1 clove (Minced)
Cubed cooked roast beef
2 cups (Cooked)
Taco sauce
1 1/2 cups (Divided)
Cumin
1 teaspoon (None)
Pepper
To taste (None)
Flour tortillas (7-inch)
6 (None)
Shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup (Divided)
Sour cream
1/2 cup (None)
Green onions
2 tablespoons (Chopped)
Instructions
1
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onion, sweet green pepper, sweet red or yellow pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onion is softened and the peppers are tender-crisp.
2
Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in the cubed roast beef, 1/2 cup of taco sauce, cumin, and pepper to taste until well combined.
3
On a clean surface, lay out the flour tortillas. Spoon approximately 3/4 cup of the beef mixture down the center of each tortilla. Sprinkle each with 1 tablespoon of shredded cheddar cheese.
4
Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling, overlapping the edges slightly to form a sealed roll. Place the enchiladas seam side down in a greased 11 x 7-inch baking dish.
5
Pour the remaining taco sauce evenly over the enchiladas, and then drizzle the sour cream down the center of each one.
6
Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the tortillas.
7
Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 30 minutes, or until the enchiladas are heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8
Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Nutrition Information
13.3
Fat
25
Carbs
20
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Beef Enchiladas with Creamy Taco Sauce?
These are kid-friendly Mexican-style enchiladas made with leftover roast beef, sautéed vegetables, and a creamy sour cream and taco sauce topping.
What type of meat is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of cubed cooked roast beef, making it an excellent way to use leftovers.
How long do the enchiladas need to bake?
The enchiladas should be baked for approximately 30 minutes until heated through and the cheese is bubbly.
At what temperature should the oven be preheated?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
What kind of tortillas are required?
The recipe uses six 7-inch flour tortillas.
Is this recipe suitable for children?
Yes, it is specifically designed with children in mind and features vibrant tastes without overwhelming spice levels.
How much taco sauce is needed in total?
A total of 1 1/2 cups of taco sauce is used, divided between the beef mixture and the topping.
What vegetables are included in the filling?
The filling includes one sliced onion, one sliced sweet green pepper, and one sliced sweet red or yellow pepper.
How much garlic is used?
One minced clove of garlic is added to the vegetable sauté.
What spices are used to season the beef?
The beef is seasoned with one teaspoon of cumin and pepper to taste.
What type of cheese is recommended?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, divided.
How much sour cream is used?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of sour cream, which is drizzled over the enchiladas before baking.
What size baking dish should be used?
An 11 x 7-inch baking dish is the recommended size.
Do I need to grease the baking dish?
Yes, the instructions specify using a greased baking dish.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 300 calories.
How much fat is in one serving?
There are 13.3 grams of fat per serving.
What is the carbohydrate content?
Each serving contains 25 grams of carbohydrates.
How much protein is provided per serving?
There are 20 grams of protein per serving.
How are the vegetables prepared?
The onion and peppers should be sliced, and the garlic should be minced.
How much filling goes into each tortilla?
Approximately 3/4 cup of the beef and vegetable mixture should be placed in each tortilla.
How do you assemble the enchiladas?
Lay out the tortillas, add filling and cheese, fold the sides over to form a roll, and place them seam side down in the dish.
What garnish is used for this dish?
The dish is garnished with 2 tablespoons of chopped green onions.
What are some suggested side dishes?
These enchiladas pair well with a fresh salad or Mexican rice.
What oil is used for sautéing?
One tablespoon of vegetable oil is used to sauté the vegetables.
How long should the vegetables be sautéed?
Sauté the vegetables for about 3-4 minutes until they are softened and tender-crisp.
Is the sour cream mixed into the beef?
No, the sour cream is drizzled down the center of each enchilada on the outside before baking.
How many enchiladas does this recipe make?
This recipe yields 6 individual enchiladas.
When do I add the remaining cheese?
The remaining shredded cheddar cheese is sprinkled over the top of the tortillas after the sauce and sour cream have been applied.
What makes the taco sauce creamy?
The creaminess comes from drizzling sour cream over the taco sauce on top of the enchiladas.
Is this considered a one-dish meal?
Yes, it is tagged as a one-dish meal, providing a complete and hearty comfort food experience.