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Beef Enchiladas

These beef enchiladas are a warm, cheesy, and satisfying meal perfect for family dinners. Made quickly in a pressure cooker, they combine tender beef and melty cheese in a flavorful, saucy dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 6 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 12 tortillas corn tortillas soft
  • 2 cups shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce red
  • ½ cup onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 cup sour cream for serving

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Preheat the pressure cooker and brown the ground beef with chopped onion and minced garlic.
    ½ cup onion, 2 cloves garlic
  • Add cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the beef. Stir to combine.
    1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp chili powder, ½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp black pepper
  • Pour in the enchilada sauce and stir. Close the pressure cooker lid and cook for 15 minutes under high pressure.
    1 cup enchilada sauce
  • Release the pressure carefully and open the lid.
  • Warm the tortillas slightly to make them pliable.
    12 tortillas corn tortillas
  • Fill each tortilla with the beef mixture and some shredded cheese, then roll up tightly.
    2 cups shredded cheese
  • Place rolled tortillas seam side down in a baking dish.
    12 tortillas corn tortillas
  • Top with remaining cheese and some extra enchilada sauce if desired.
    2 cups shredded cheese, 1 cup enchilada sauce
  • Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Remove from oven and sprinkle with chopped fresh cilantro.
    ½ cup fresh cilantro
  • Serve hot with a side of sour cream or guacamole.
    1 cup sour cream

Notes

Serve these beef enchiladas hot for the perfect cozy meal. Pair with fresh lime wedges or a crisp salad to balance the richness.