Ark-mex Enchiladas Recipe
topped with your choice of Red Chile Sauce or Beef Chili. Choose Two: Braised Ground Beef Enchiladas or Cheese Enchiladas (VEG).
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Ingredients
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Enchilada Filling
Red Chile Sauce
Beef Chili (Optional)
Method
Enchilada Filling
- 1
Sauté Onions
Cook the onions for about 3-4 minutes.
- 2
Cook Beef
Break up the beef as it cooks.
- 3
Season Beef
Ensure the spices are well distributed.
- 4
Cool Filling
This will make it easier to handle.
Red Chile Sauce
- 5
Prepare Chile Peppers
This is essential for flavor and heat control.
- 6
Sauté Onions
This takes about 5 minutes.
- 7
Add Garlic
Stir frequently to prevent burning.
- 8
Simmer Sauce
Let the sauce simmer for 15-20 minutes until the peppers are tender.
- 9
Blend Sauce
Use an immersion blender or a regular blender.
Beef Chili (Optional)
- 10
Cook Ground Beef
Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- 11
Combine Ingredients
Mix well and cook for another 10 minutes.
- 12
Simmer Chili
Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Assembling Enchiladas
- 13
Preheat Oven
Make sure to prepare your baking dish as well.
- 14
Warm Tortillas
This will prevent them from cracking.
- 15
Fill Tortillas
Repeat until all filling is used.
- 16
Add Sauce
If using beef chili, you can layer it on top as well.
- 17
Top with Cheese
Use as much cheese as desired.
- 18
Bake Enchiladas
Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
- 19
Garnish and Serve
Enjoy your delicious ARK-MEX Enchiladas!
