Description
This Beef Skillet Enchiladas recipe is a quick, flavorful, and comforting meal that combines seasoned ground beef with warm tortillas, melted plant-based cheese, and natural sauces. Ready in under 30 minutes, it is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, delivering rich, savory flavors and a satisfying cheesy texture all made in one pan for easy cleanup.
Ingredients
Beef Mixture
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin (natural)
- 1 tsp chili powder (natural)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika (natural)
- 1 cup natural enchilada sauce
- 2 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (natural)
Assembly
- 8 flour tortillas
- 1 ½ cups plant-based cheese, shredded
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Optional Garnishes
- Plant-based sour cream
- Chopped green onions
- Sliced avocado
- Extra fresh chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Step 1: Sauté the Aromatics and Beef
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent and fragrant. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until it is fully browned with no pink remaining.
- Step 2: Add Seasonings and Sauces
Sprinkle in cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika. Stir well to evenly coat the beef. Pour in natural enchilada sauce, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Allow the mixture to simmer for several minutes so the flavors meld together.
- Step 3: Assemble the Enchiladas in the Skillet
Lower the heat. Briefly dip each flour tortilla into the sauce to soften, then place them in the skillet. Spoon the beef mixture evenly onto each tortilla, sprinkle shredded plant-based cheese on top, and roll or fold them up.
- Step 4: Melt the Cheese and Finish Baking
Cover the skillet and cook on low heat until the cheese is melted and the enchiladas are warmed through. Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Warm the tortillas before assembling to prevent cracking and improve pliability.
- Drain excess fat from the beef after browning for a less greasy dish.
- Simmer the sauce mixture thoroughly to layer the flavors fully.
- Cover the skillet while melting cheese to trap heat and speed up melting.
- Add fresh cilantro and other herbs just before serving to maintain vibrant flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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