Kitchen Kouture Shredded Pork Enchiladas With Red Chili Sauce

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 1
Kitchen Kouture Shredded Pork Enchiladas With Red Chili Sauce
in Mexican

Prep

30 min

Cook

8 hr 30 min

Ready In

9 hr

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs carnita meat ( Kitchen Kouture Carnitas )
8 corn tortillas
1 lb sharp cheddar cheese , shredded
1/2 onion , chopped
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
5 teaspoons red chili powder
2 teaspoons cumin
2 teaspoons garlic powder
3 teaspoons garlic salt
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 pinch cinnamon
6 ounces tomato paste
2 1/2 cups water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
550
Sugar
5g
Fat
38g
Kitchen Kouture Shredded Pork Enchiladas With Red Chili Sauce is a classic Mexican dish made with tender slow-cooked carnita meat, homemade red chili sauce, and plenty of cheese. This recipe offers a unique and flavorful twist on traditional enchiladas, with a slow-cooked meat filling and a homemade sauce that is both spicy and savory. The perfect comfort food for a cozy night in, or a crowd-pleaser for a party, these enchiladas are sure to be a hit with anyone who loves Mexican cuisine.

Instructions

1.Season the carnita meat with salt, pepper, cayenne, cumin, garlic salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and cinnamon, and add to a slow cooker with onion, garlic and tomato paste with 2 cups of water. Cook on low for 7 to 8 hours.
2.While the meat is cooking, melt butter in a saucepan and add flour. Cook for 1-2 minutes until golden brown. Add red chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, garlic salt, salt, pepper, cayenne, onion powder, and cinnamon with tomato paste and water. Cook for 10-12 minutes to thicken the sauce.
3.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
4.Heat the corn tortillas on both sides on a griddle.
5.When the carnita meat is done cooking, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it with a fork.
6.Dip each tortilla into the red chili sauce, add carnita meat, and shredded cheddar cheese to the center. Roll up each tortilla around the filling.
7.Place the filled tortillas in a baking dish, seam side down.
8.Pour the remaining red chili sauce on top of the tortillas.
9.Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top of the sauce.
10.Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
11.Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

Kitchen Kouture Shredded Pork Enchiladas With Red Chili Sauce is a delicious and flavorful Mexican dish perfect for any occasion.
The slow-cooked carnita meat and homemade red chili sauce provide a unique and authentic taste that is sure to impress.

This recipe is also relatively easy to make and can be served with rice, beans, or a side salad for a complete meal.

CONS

This recipe can be time-consuming due to the lengthy cooking process for the meat.
The sauce can also be spicy for some individuals, so adjustments may need to be made to suit your taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Carnita meat is high in protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscle tissue. The dish also contains garlic and onion, which have prebiotic properties that can support overall gut health. The chili powder, cumin and cayenne in the sauce contain capsaicin, which has anti-inflammatory properties that can help lower blood pressure, reduce inflammation and post-prandial hyperglycemia.

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