Enchiladas Fantastico

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 13
Enchiladas Fantastico recipe for a satisfying Mexican dinner
in Mexican

Prep

25 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

1 hr 5 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

12 -24 corn tortillas
2 cans tomato sauce
1/2 - 1 lb shredded mexican cooked pork
1 lb queso fresco or 1 lb monterey jack cheese
1 can black beans
2 cans black olives
5 -10 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons crushed black pepper
1 cup corn oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-12
Calories
400-500
Sugar
5g
Fat
20g
Enchiladas Fantastico is a classic Mexican dish consisting of rolled tortillas filled with meat, beans, cheese, vegetables, or a combination of these ingredients. The dish is usually topped with a savory sauce and baked until the cheese is melted and bubbly. This popular Mexican dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner with family or friends. It is easy to make and can be adapted to individual preferences. The variations in this dish are infinite as the fillings and toppings can be adjusted to one's taste. Traditionally, this dish is served with rice and beans.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2.In a saucepan, warm the tomato sauce over low heat. Stir in the chili powder and black pepper.
3.In a separate pan, fry the corn tortillas in corn oil until they are pliable. Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
4.Spread a small amount of the tomato sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
5.Fill each tortilla with a small portion of shredded pork, black beans, olives, and cheese. Roll up each tortilla and place them seam-side down in the baking dish.
6.Pour the remaining tomato sauce over the enchiladas.
7.Sprinkle the top with more cheese, black beans and olives.
8.Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

Enchiladas Fantastico are delicious and satisfying, they can be filled with any meat, beans or cheese you like.
They are easy to make and perfect for any weeknight dinner.
Toppings can be added according to one’s taste.

CONS

The high fat content makes this dish not the healthiest option.
The corn tortillas can be high in calories.
The cheese can be high in calories and sodium.
The recipe calls for canola oil to fry the tortillas, and that should be consumed in moderation.
This dish might not be the best option if you’re on a low-fat or low-sodium diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Enchiladas Fantastico can be made healthier by making some substitutions. Use whole wheat tortillas, low-fat cheese, and lean meat to make this dish healthier. The black beans used are high in fiber and can be beneficial for overall health. The tomato sauce used in this recipe is a good source of vitamins A and C, and may help to boost immunity.

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