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Enchirito recipe

Ultimate Enchirito Recipe: A Comforting Family Favorite

This enchirito recipe combines the best of enchiladas and burritos into a comforting family favorite, sure to please everyone at the table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 enchiritos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Beef or turkey or plant-based options
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning homemade or store-bought
  • 3/4 cup Water
  • 1 can Refried Beans or black beans/lentils
For Assembly
  • 4 large Flour Tortillas or corn tortillas for gluten-free
  • 2 cups Enchilada Sauce homemade or store-bought
  • 2 cups Cheese (Cheddar or Mexican blend) or dairy-free cheese
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Onions chopped
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro chopped

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Large skillet
  • Small saucepan
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Grandma's Irresistible Enchirito
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your baking dish for assembly.
  2. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until no longer pink. Drain excess grease.
  3. Mix in taco seasoning and 3/4 cup water; simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  4. Warm the refried beans in a small saucepan over low heat for 3-5 minutes until creamy.
  5. Lay out the tortillas and layer with refried beans, seasoned beef, and cheese. Roll tightly and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
  6. Pour enchilada sauce over rolled enchiritos, top with remaining cheese.
  7. Bake in the oven for about 20 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving, then garnish with fresh onions and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiritoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with sides like Mexican rice or cabbage slaw for a complete meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days.

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