Spice up your family meals with easy homemade enchiladas
Instead of classic pancakes, choose something the whole family will love. Enchiladas, an aromatic dish from Mexican cuisine, can be prepared easily. Tortillas filled with juicy, meaty stuffing, baked under a layer of cheese, make an ideal choice for a quick lunch or dinner.
When we think of Mexican cuisine, one of the first dishes that comes to mind is enchiladas. It's one of Mexico's oldest and most iconic dishes, with roots dating back to pre-Columbian times.
Enchiladas – traditions, fun facts
The first mentions of tortillas stuffed with meat and topped with sauce date back to the time of the Aztecs, who would wrap grilled meat in corn tortillas and eat them as a quick meal.
How were enchiladas created?
The name "enchiladas" comes from the Spanish word "enchilar," which means "to season with chili." In the original version, tortillas were dipped in a spicy chili sauce and then served with meat or vegetable filling. Modern versions of the dish vary by region—in some places, cheese is added; in others, beans, corn, or even seafood.
Enchiladas – an oven dish that the world has come to love
Though enchiladas have been a staple of Mexican cuisine for centuries, their popularity quickly spread beyond Mexico's borders. Today, you can find them all over the world, in both restaurants specializing in Mexican cuisine and home kitchens. Thanks to their simplicity and rich flavor, they are an excellent choice for a quick lunch or dinner that the whole family will enjoy.
Recipe for enchiladas – quick lunch and dinner
If you're looking for a quick lunch or dinner idea that not only tastes great but will also delight the whole family, be sure to try this enchiladas recipe. The combination of juicy, aromatic stuffing with a crispy, baked layer of cheese is a true feast for the palate.
Ingredients:
- 6 medium tortillas,
- 1.1 lbs ground meat (beef-pork),
- 7 oz mix of cheeses: cheddar, gouda,
- 2 tablespoons oil,
- 1 can corn,
- 1 can red beans,
- 1 small onion,
- 1 can diced tomatoes in sauce,
- 1 bunch green onions for garnish,
- Salt and pepper to taste,
- Spicy and sweet paprika to taste,
- A small pinch of sugar.
Preparation:
- Finely chop the onion and fry in oil until translucent. Add the ground meat and fry for a few minutes until browned. Then pour in the tomatoes and simmer for about 7–8 minutes—season with a pinch of sugar, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Add the drained corn and beans. Mix everything thoroughly and simmer for about 15 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.
- Grease a baking dish with oil. Place a portion of the stuffing in the center of each tortilla, fold it, and place it in the dish.
- Sprinkle the entire dish with grated cheese, then preheat it in an oven to 350°F. Bake for 20–25 minutes until the cheese melts and browns slightly.
- After removing it from the oven, sprinkle it with finely chopped green onions and serve it warm.
