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Ingredients
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Enchilada Filling
Enchilada Sauce
Pico de Gallo
Cherry Garnish
Method
Prepare Enchilada Filling
- 1
Cook the Beef
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
- 2
- 3
Season the Filling
Stir in the chili powder, cumin, and salt. Mix well to combine and remove from heat.
Prepare Enchilada Sauce
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a medium saucepan, combine the tomato sauce, water, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
- 5
Simmer the Sauce
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally for about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat.
Assemble Enchiladas
- 6
Fill Tortillas
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Take a corn tortilla and add a generous spoonful of the beef filling and a sprinkle of cheese. Roll the tortilla tightly and place it seam-side down in a baking dish.
- 7
Add Sauce
Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling, placing them in the baking dish. Pour the enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas and top with the remaining cheese.
- 8
Prepare Pico de Gallo
- 9
Combine Ingredients
In a bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, finely chopped onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt to taste. Mix well and set aside.
Serve
- 10
Plate the Dish
Once the enchiladas are done baking, garnish with pico de gallo and fresh pitted cherries on the side.