El Coyote Cafe Cheese Enchiladas Ranchera

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 0
El Coyote Cafe Cheese Enchiladas Ranchera Recipe for a Delicious Mexican Dinner
in Mexican

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1 hour

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb canned stewed tomatoes
1/4 cup tomato puree
2 bay leaves
1 onion , chopped
1 garlic clove , finely chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1 green pepper , Chopped
1/4 cup vegetable oil
4 corn tortillas
1/2 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons finely chopped onions
1 can diced green chilies ( or you can get a bigger can and cut them in strips )
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon green onion , chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
623
Sugar
10g
Fat
45g
El Coyote Cafe Cheese Enchiladas Ranchera is a classic Mexican dish. At the restaurant, the dish is typically served with rice and beans, but at home, you can pair it with a green salad with avocado and tomatoes for a well-rounded meal. This dish contains bold, flavorful ingredients like green peppers, garlic, and oregano so it's sure to be a crowd-pleaser. The enchiladas are not too spicy, but you can adjust the heat level to your preference by using hot sauce or chili peppers. If you're looking for a comforting, easy-to-make dinner, these cheese enchiladas are perfect for you.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.Combine canned stewed tomatoes, tomato puree, bay leaves, chopped onion, finely chopped garlic, salt, and oregano in a blender. Blend until smooth.
3.Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped green pepper and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
4.Add the tomato sauce to the skillet and simmer for 10 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
5.Spoon some of the sauce into the bottom of a 9x13 baking dish.
6.Warm the tortillas in the microwave for 30 seconds.
7.Add 1/4 cup of grated cheese and some chopped onion onto each tortilla, roll up and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
8.Pour the remaining sauce over the enchiladas, then sprinkle with diced green chilies and any remaining grated cheese.
9.Bake the cheese enchiladas for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10.Garnish with a dollop of sour cream and chopped green onions.

PROS

These cheese enchiladas are quick and easy to make.

They are a crowd-pleaser and perfect for a family dinner or casual party.

The dish is vegetarian-friendly!

CONS

While this dish is delicious, it is high in fat and calories.

Eat this dish in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish contains tomatoes which are high in vitamin C, potassium, and lycopene, which has been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease.
Corn tortillas are gluten-free and are a good source of fiber.

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