Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
3 unit

Corn flour tortilla

or whole wheat

4 tbsp

Sour cream

0.5 cup

Cheddar cheese

or Mexican Cheese

1 bunch

Spinach

1 unit

Onion

finely chopped

0.5 cup

Soy granules

soaked and drained

0.25 cup

Khoya (Mawa)

grated

2 unit

Pickled Jalapenos

chopped

3 cloves

Garlic

finely minced

1 tbsp

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

2 tsp

Cumin seeds

0.5 tsp

Whole Black Peppercorns

freshly cracked

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

1 unit

Onion

finely chopped

1 unit

Tomato

finely chopped

1 clove

Garlic

minced

1 unit

Pickled Jalapenos

chopped

1 handful

Coriander (Dhania) Leaves

1 unit

Lemon juice

from

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

1 tbsp

All Purpose Flour (Maida)

or whole wheat flour

2 cloves

Garlic

minced

0.5 cup

Homemade tomato puree

2 tsp

Red Chilli powder

2 unit

Chipotle Chillies / Peppers

finely chopped

1 tbsp

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1 tsp

Cumin powder (Jeera)

0.5 tsp

Sugar

2 cup

Vegetable stock

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

Step 1
~3 min

Blend adobo chillies with tomato puree to make the sauce.

Step 2
~3 min

Set the sauce aside.

Step 3
~3 min

Warm oil in a pan over medium heat.

Step 4
~3 min

Sprinkle flour into the oil and sauté until toasty and aromatic.

Step 5
~3 min

Add garlic, chilli powder, and cumin powder and sauté for 2-3 seconds.

Step 6
~3 min

Add the tomato puree mixture, salt, sugar, and vegetable stock.

Step 7
~3 min

Stir and bring to a boil, then cook on low heat for 5 minutes, adjusting consistency with stock or water if needed.

Step 8
~3 min

Warm oil in another pan over medium heat.

Step 9
~3 min

Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle.

Step 10
~3 min

Add onions, garlic, and jalapenos and sauté for 1-2 minutes.

Step 11
~3 min

Add the spinach and stir until wilted.

Step 12
~3 min

Add soy granules, khoya (mawa), and season with salt and pepper. Mix well and cook for a minute.

Step 13
~3 min

Remove the pan from the heat.

Step 14
~3 min

Make the Pico de Gallo by tossing onion, tomato, garlic, jalapeno, coriander leaves, lemon juice, and salt.

Step 15
~3 min

Grease an 8-inch baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 16
~3 min

Spread a ladle full of sauce into the pan.

Step 17
~3 min

Warm tortillas on a griddle or in the microwave for a minute.

Step 18
~3 min

Place one tortilla on a flat surface.

Step 19
~3 min

Spoon about 2-3 tablespoons of the spinach filling in a line in the middle of the tortilla.

Step 20
~3 min

Top with a tablespoon of Pico de gallo and a tablespoon of sour cream.

Step 21
~3 min

Tightly roll the tortilla into a tube and place it seam side down in the baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 22
~3 min

Repeat the process for all tortillas, lining them up in the baking dish over the sauce.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 23
~3 min

Ladle sauce over the filled tortillas, ensuring they are well covered.

Step 24
~3 min

Sprinkle cheese on top.

Step 25
~3 min

Cover the dish with foil.

Step 26
~3 min

Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 30-40 minutes, until the sauce is bubbling.

Step 27
~3 min

Serve hot with Cuban Black Bean Salad.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of jalapenos to your preferred spice level.

For a richer flavor, use homemade vegetable stock.

If you don't have chipotle peppers, you can use a pinch of smoked paprika.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The filling and sauce can be made a day ahead.

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 Cuban Black Bean Salad

Serve with Mexican rice

Serve with a side of guacamole and chips

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Guacamole
Mexican Rice
Black Bean Salad

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
Mexican Independence Day
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Family meal
Casual gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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