Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCesar's Old MexicoEnchilada Recipe

Enchilada Recipe

Inspired by Cesar's Old Mexico
Time50m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Enchilada Filling

Enchilada Sauce

Method

Prepare the Filling

  1. 1

    Cook the Beef

    In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.

  2. 2

    Add Vegetables and Seasoning

    Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until onion is translucent. Stir in chili powder, cumin, and salt, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.

  3. 3

    Mix in Beans and Corn

    Add black beans and corn to the skillet, stirring until well combined. Remove from heat and mix in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and incorporated.

Prepare the Sauce

  1. 4

    Cook the Sauce

    In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Stir in tomato sauce, water, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and salt. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Assemble the Enchiladas

  1. 5

    Fill the Tortillas

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Take a corn tortilla, spoon about 1/3 cup of the beef filling into the center, roll it up tightly, and place it seam side down in a baking dish.

  2. 6

    Repeat the Process

    Continue with the remaining tortillas and filling until all are filled and placed in the dish.

  3. 7

    Top with Sauce

    Pour the enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas in the baking dish.

  4. 8

    Bake

    Sprinkle additional cheese on top if desired, then cover the dish with foil. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.

Serve

  1. 9

    Garnish and Serve

    Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, then garnish with sour cream and chopped cilantro before serving.

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