Enchiladas are an emblematic dish of Mexican cuisine, with origins dating back to pre-Hispanic times. It is believed that indigenous populations already consumed tortillas filled with chili and other ingredients, which over time evolved into the recipe we know today. In different Latin American countries, this dish takes on various names and variants: in Mexico they remain as enchiladas, in Guatemala they are also called enchiladas although with specific fillings and sauces, while in countries like Honduras or El Salvador, similar dishes are called pupusas or nacatamales depending on the ingredients and preparation. Despite these differences, the concept of combining tortillas with spicy sauces and fillings is a common element that unites these culinary traditions.
Lovely enchiladas
How to Prepare Wonderful Enchiladas
To begin, brown the ground meat together with the onion in a large skillet until well cooked.
Then, drain any excess liquid or fat from the mixture.
In a large bowl, combine the meat with the ripe olives and the mild cheddar cheese.
Mix all the ingredients well to integrate the flavors.
Prepare the sauce by combining the enchilada sauce with tomato sauce in a skillet and keep it over low heat.
Carefully dip each corn tortilla into the hot sauce mixture, holding it by the edge to avoid burning your fingers.
Leave the tortilla in the sauce for about 30 seconds so it soaks well.
Remove the tortilla and place it on a plate.
Place a small amount of the meat mixture along the edge of the tortilla.
Roll the tortilla and place it seam-side down in a 13 x 9 inch baking dish.
Repeat this process until all the tortillas are used.
Cover the enchiladas with the remaining sauce and any leftover meat mixture.
Sprinkle cheese on top and cover lightly.
Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 20 minutes or until the cheese has melted and the sauce is bubbling.
Serve the enchiladas accompanied by sour cream and guacamole to taste.
I got this recipe from a Mexican lady in California who didn't speak a word of English; we used a lot of gestures to communicate and learn this delicious dish.
Ingredients (7)
- Ground Beef
- Onion
- Ripe Olives
- Mild Cheddar Cheese
- Enchilada Sauce
- Tomato Sauce
- Corn Tortillas
Instructions (17 steps)
- 1 Brown meat and onion in a large skillet
- 2 Drain
- 3 Combine with olives and cheese in a large bowl
- 4 Mix well
- 5 Combine the sauces in a skillet and keep over low heat
- 6 Dip the tortilla in the hot sauce mixture, carefully holding it by the edge to avoid burning your fingers
- 7 Leave for 30 seconds
- 8 Remove the tortilla and place it on the plate
- 9 Place a small amount of the meat mixture along the edge of the tortilla
- 10 Roll up and place seam-side down in a 13 x 9 inch baking dish
- 11 Repeat until all tortillas are used
- 12 Cover with the remaining sauce and any leftover meat mixture
- 13 Sprinkle cheese on top and cover lightly
- 14 Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes
- 15 Serve with sour cream and guacamole
- 16 I got this recipe from a Mexican lady in California who didnt speak a word of English
- 17 We used a lot of hand signals
Nutritional Information
Percent Daily Value for nutrients; calories are shown in kcal.