Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
12 unit

eggplant

cut into pieces with skin on

4 unit

banana peppers

seeded and cut in half lengthwise

15 unit

cherry tomatoes

whole

2 unit

onions

quartered

15 ounce

chickpeas

drained

2 unit

garlic cloves

10 ounce

enchilada sauce

16 ounce

Italian-style diced tomatoes

2 tbsp

olive oil

4 cup

monterey jack cheese

shredded

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2
~4 min

Grease a cookie sheet.

Step 3
~4 min

Place eggplant, banana peppers, cherry tomatoes, and onions on the prepared cookie sheet, cut side down (tomatoes remain whole).

Step 4
~4 min

Drizzle olive oil over the vegetables.

Step 5
~4 min

Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Step 6
~4 min

Roast for about 40 minutes.

Step 7
~4 min

While vegetables are roasting, drain chickpeas and place them in a food processor with garlic cloves.

Key Technique: Roasting
Step 8
~4 min

Pulse a few times, do not puree, and transfer to a bowl.

Step 9
~4 min

Once the roasted vegetables have cooled slightly, place them in the food processor.

Step 10
~4 min

Pulse a few times, do not puree.

Step 11
~4 min

Add the pulsed vegetables to the chickpea mixture and combine.

Step 12
~4 min

Puree the Italian-style diced tomatoes with enchilada sauce in a food processor or blender.

Step 13
~4 min

Pour some of the combined sauce into the bottom of a greased baking dish.

Step 14
~4 min

Take 7-8 large flour tortillas.

Step 15
~4 min

Spread about 1/2 cup of the vegetable mixture on each tortilla.

Step 16
~4 min

Sprinkle with shredded Monterey Jack cheese.

Step 17
~4 min

Roll the filled tortilla, tucking in the ends, and place it seam down in the sauce at the bottom of the pan.

Step 18
~4 min

Repeat with all the tortillas.

Step 19
~4 min

Pour the rest of the sauce on top of the rolled tortillas.

Step 20
~4 min

Cover with cheese.

Step 21
~4 min

Bake at 350°F (175°C) covered with foil for 25 minutes.

Step 22
~4 min

Uncover and bake for 25 minutes more.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a touch of chili powder to the vegetable mixture for extra spice.

Garnish with sour cream and fresh cilantro.

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 a side of Mexican rice and refried beans.

Top with guacamole and salsa.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican rice
Refried beans
Guacamole
Salsa

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Enchiladas are a staple of Mexican cuisine, often served during celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Dia de los Muertos

Occasion Tags

Dinner party
Weeknight meal
Potluck

Popularity Score

75/100

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