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Green Chile Beef Enchiladas (Enchiladas Verdes)
70 mintime
Mediumdifficulty
4Servings
Rating
Nutrition facts
650 kcalCalories
40 gProtein
30 gCarbs
40 gFat

Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI

Green Chile Beef Enchiladas (Enchiladas Verdes)

85% authentic · Mexican

A vibrant variation featuring a tangy tomatillo and green chile sauce, paired with seasoned shredded beef and cheese, offering a bright and slightly spicy flavor profile.

Ingredients

Servings4
  • Beef chuck roast1.5 lbs
  • Beef broth2 cups
  • Tomatillos, husked and rinsed1.5 lbs
  • Serrano or Jalapeño peppers2-3
  • Garlic cloves3
  • White onion1/2
  • Cilantro1/2 bunch
  • Chicken bouillon powder1 tsp
  • Corn tortillas8
  • Vegetable oil1/4 cup
  • Shredded Monterey Jack cheese2 cups
  • Saltto taste
  • Black pepperto taste
  • Cotija cheesefor garnish

Steps

  1. 1

    Simmer beef chuck roast in beef broth until tender, about 1.5-2 hours. Shred the beef and set aside. Season with salt and pepper.

  2. 2

    Boil tomatillos, serrano/jalapeño peppers, and garlic until tomatillos are soft (about 10-15 minutes). Drain.

  3. 3

    Blend the boiled tomatillos, peppers, garlic, half onion, cilantro, chicken bouillon, and 1/2 cup of water until smooth. Season with salt.

  4. 4

    Heat vegetable oil in a saucepan. Pour the blended sauce and cook for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  5. 5

    Warm corn tortillas slightly to make them pliable. Dip each tortilla in the green chile sauce.

  6. 6

    Fill each sauced tortilla with shredded beef and Monterey Jack cheese. Roll them up and place seam-side down in a baking dish.

  7. 7

    Pour remaining green chile sauce over the rolled tortillas. Top with more Monterey Jack cheese.

  8. 8

    Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, until bubbly and cheese is melted.

  9. 9

    Garnish with crumbled cotija cheese and fresh cilantro before serving.

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