Tex-Mex Beef Enchiladas
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground beef: The star of our enchiladas providing rich, meaty goodness.
- 1 medium onion finely chopped: It adds a subtle sweetness and texture.
- 2 cloves garlic minced: For that aromatic kick we all love.
- 2 cups enchilada sauce: You can use store-bought or homemade depending on your preference.
- 12 corn tortillas: They have the perfect texture and don’t get soggy too quickly.
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese: Because everything is better with cheese right?
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil: For frying the tortillas to pliable perfection.
- Salt and pepper to taste: For seasoning our beef mixture just right.
- Optional garnishes: Chopped cilantro sour cream, diced tomatoes, and sliced avocados for serving.
Ingredients for Enchilada Sauce
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons flour you can use whole wheat, all-purpose, or gluten-free blends, they all work great!
- 1 tablespoon ground chili powder if you’re not a fan of spice, feel free to use less or pick a milder chili
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon salt or to taste
- A pinch of cinnamon this one’s optional but really adds nice flavor
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar or regular white vinegar
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste