Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
8 unit

tortillas

1 lb

hamburger

1 unit

onion

chopped

0.5 cup

sour cream

1 cup

Cheddar cheese

shredded

2 tbsp

parsley

snipped

1 tsp

salt

0.25 tsp

pepper

15 oz

tomato sauce

0.67 cup

water

0.33 cup

green pepper

chopped

1 tbsp

chili powder

0.5 tsp

cumin

0.5 tsp

oregano

2 unit

chilies

chopped

1 clove

garlic

minced

Step 1
~4 min

Brown the hamburger in a skillet and drain off any excess fat.

Step 2
~4 min

Stir in the chopped onion, sour cream, shredded Cheddar cheese, snipped parsley, salt, and pepper into the browned hamburger.

Step 3
~4 min

Cover the skillet and set aside the hamburger mixture.

Step 4
~4 min

In a saucepan, combine the tomato sauce, water, chopped green pepper, chili powder, cumin, oregano, chopped chilies, and minced garlic.

Step 5
~4 min

Heat the sauce mixture and simmer for 5 minutes, uncovered.

Step 6
~4 min

Pour a small amount of the sauce into a pie plate or shallow dish.

Step 7
~4 min

Dip each tortilla into the sauce, coating both sides.

Step 8
~4 min

Spoon approximately 1/4 cup of the hamburger mixture onto each dipped tortilla and roll it up tightly.

Step 9
~4 min

Arrange the rolled enchiladas in a 12 x 9-inch ungreased baking dish.

Step 10
~4 min

Pour the remaining sauce evenly over the enchiladas.

Step 11
~4 min

Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes, uncovered.

Step 12
~4 min

Garnish with additional shredded cheese, lettuce, chopped onion, or lemon wedges, if desired, before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a can of drained black beans to the hamburger mixture for extra flavor and texture.

For a spicier dish, use a hotter chili powder or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.

Warm the tortillas slightly before dipping them in the sauce to prevent them from tearing.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with Mexican rice and refried beans.

Top with sour cream and guacamole.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican Rice
Refried Beans
Guacamole

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

A staple dish in Mexican cuisine, often served during celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Mexican Independence Day
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

dinner party
family dinner
weeknight meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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