Ed’s Shredded Beef Enchiladas

Jun 08, 2023June 8, 20230 12
Ed's Shredded Beef Enchiladas
in Mexican

Prep

30 min

Cook

3 hr

Ready In

3 hr 30 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs chuck roast
3 cans Rotel tomatoes & chilies
10 -20 ounces chorizo sausages
30 corn tortillas
4 ounces lard
3 cans chipotle chiles in adobo
8 ounces monterey jack and cheddar cheese blend , finely grated
2 garlic cloves
3 -4 tablespoons chili powder
1 can enchilada sauce , your favorite
2 tablespoons flour

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10-12
Calories
574
Sugar
4g
Fat
38g
This dish is a classic Mexican favorite, featuring tender shredded beef and spicy chorizo wrapped in delicious corn tortillas and covered in a rich and flavorful enchilada sauce. The combination of flavors and textures in this meal make it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion, and it can be customized with different toppings depending on your preferences. This recipe requires a bit of time and effort to prepare, but the end result is definitely worth it.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2.In a large pot, place the chuck roast with enough water to cover.
3.Add in the garlic and chili powder and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 2-3 hours or until the beef is tender.
4.Remove the beef from the pot and shred with two forks.
5.In a separate skillet, cook the chorizo until browned and crumbly.
6.Add in the Rotel tomatoes and chilies and cook for 5 minutes on medium heat.
7.To make the sauce, heat up the lard in a saucepan over medium heat.
8.Add in the flour and whisk together until smooth, then cook for a minute.
9.Pour in the enchilada sauce and chipotle chiles in adobo, whisking until smooth.
10.To assemble the enchiladas, dip the tortillas in the sauce and fill with beef and chorizo mixture.
11.Roll up the tortillas and place seam side down in the prepared baking dish.
12.Pour the remaining sauce over the enchiladas and sprinkle with the grated cheese.
13.Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
14.Serve hot with toppings like sour cream, guacamole, and chopped cilantro.

PROS

Ed’s Shredded Beef Enchiladas are a flavorful and satisfying Mexican dish that is perfect for dinner.

CONS

This dish is fairly high in calories and fat due to the cheese and meat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The chuck roast used in this recipe is a good source of protein and iron, and the dish also contains vitamins and minerals from the vegetables like garlic and chilies.
The chipotle chiles in adobo have been linked to aiding in digestion and reducing inflammation.

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