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Authentic Mexican Enchiladas

Authentic Mexican Enchiladas

Cost $15, save $20

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  • 25 Min
  • 6 Servings
  • $15

INGREDIENTS

  • Sauce

    • 6 dried chile de arbol peppers
    • 💧 ¾ cup water, or as needed
    • 🧄 1 clove garlic
    • 🧂 1 teaspoon salt

  • Frying and assembly

    • 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
    • 🌮 18 (6 inch) corn tortillas
    • 🧀 3 cups crumbled queso fresco, divided
    • 🥛 1 cup sour cream, divided
    • 1 cup shredded lettuce, divided
    • 🍅 2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced
    • 🧅 ½ cup chopped green onions, divided

STEPS

1

Snap tops off of dried chiles and place in a saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes.

2

Drain water and place chiles into a food processor or blender with garlic and salt. Purée until smooth, then press sauce through a strainer and set aside.

3

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Soak each tortilla in the sauce, then place in the hot oil. Turn over almost immediately and fry for about 5 seconds on the other side. Remove to a plate lined with paper towels.

4

Take one fried tortilla at a time and fill with about 2 tablespoons queso fresco. Roll up and place seam side down on a plate.

5

Top tortillas with sour cream, lettuce, tomato slices, 2 more tablespoons queso fresco, and green onions as desired, then serve.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

477

Calories

  • 21
    Protein
  • 46
    Carbs
  • 24
    Fats

💡 Use freshly made tortillas for better texture and flavor.For a spicier enchilada, add some fresh chopped jalapeños to the filling.You can substitute queso fresco with feta cheese if unavailable.If preparing ahead of time, fry the tortillas and store separately in an airtight container to maintain freshness.