Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of hatch chilis in these delicious enchiladas that deliver the perfect balance of spice and sweetness. With tender tortillas encasing a savory filling of ground beef, roasted hatch chilis, and melted cheese, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike. Whip up this easy recipe for your next gathering or cozy weeknight dinner, and enjoy the rich aroma wafting through your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 hatch chilis, roasted and chopped
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roast hatch chilis until blistered. Let cool, then chop.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions in oil until golden. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in ground beef and cook until browned. Mix in chopped hatch chilis, chili powder, cumin, and salt.
- Fill each tortilla with the meat mixture and cheese. Roll them tightly and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: To reduce heat, remove seeds from hatch chilis before roasting. Substitute jalapeños for less spice or add black beans for extra texture.