Description
These Beef Enchiladas combine tender, seasoned ground beef with creamy plant-based cheese (plant-based) wrapped in warm tortillas and covered with a vibrant homemade sauce. This comforting and easy-to-make dish is perfect for family dinners, offering hearty flavors and customizable options.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tsp chili powder (natural)
- 1 tsp cumin (natural)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (natural)
Sauce
- 1 cup tomato puree
- 1 tsp chili powder (natural)
- 1/2 tsp cumin (natural)
- 1 tsp natural gelling agent
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (natural)
Assembly
- 8 soft tortillas (corn or flour)
- 1 cup plant-based cheese (plant-based), shredded
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it apart until browned. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until soft and fragrant. Stir in chopped tomatoes, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), chili powder, cumin, and apple cider vinegar (natural). Let the mixture simmer until the flavors meld and the filling thickens slightly.
- Assemble the enchiladas: Warm the tortillas until pliable. Spoon a generous amount of beef filling into the center of each tortilla. Sprinkle plant-based cheese (plant-based) inside before rolling each tortilla tightly. Place the rolled enchiladas seam-side down in a baking dish.
- Make the enchilada sauce: In a saucepan, combine tomato puree, chili powder, cumin, natural gelling agent, and apple cider vinegar (natural). Heat gently while stirring until thickened and glossy. Pour the sauce evenly over the assembled enchiladas in the baking dish.
- Bake and garnish: Bake the enchiladas in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) until the sauce bubbles and the plant-based cheese (plant-based) melts, about 20-25 minutes. Remove from oven and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Season thoughtfully by adjusting chili powder and cumin for your preferred spice level.
- Do not overfill the tortillas to prevent tearing or messiness.
- Keep tortillas warm by wrapping them in a clean towel while assembling to avoid cracks.
- Allow enchiladas to rest a few minutes after baking to let flavors settle.
- Add fresh cilantro just before serving to retain its bright flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Beef Enchiladas, plant-based cheese, family dinner, easy recipe, Mexican food, gluten free
