Here’s a rich, flavorful version 👇
🌶️🧀 Red Chile Ground Beef & Cheese Stacked Enchiladas
🛒 Ingredients
For the filling:
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1 lb (450g) ground beef
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½ onion, finely diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp cumin
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1 tsp chili powder
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Salt & pepper to taste
For the layers:
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6–8 corn tortillas
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2 cups red chile sauce (homemade or store-bought)
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2–3 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
Optional toppings:
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Fried egg (New Mexico style!)
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Sour cream
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Chopped cilantro
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Sliced green onions
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Beef
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Brown ground beef in a skillet.
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Add onion and cook until soft.
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Stir in garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
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Simmer 2–3 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
2️⃣ Prep Tortillas
Lightly fry corn tortillas in oil for 10–15 seconds per side (just to soften and prevent sogginess).
Drain on paper towels.
(Shortcut: warm them briefly instead of frying, but frying gives better texture.)
3️⃣ Build the Stack
In a greased baking dish:
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Spoon red chile sauce on bottom
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Layer tortilla
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Spread beef mixture
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Sprinkle cheese
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Spoon sauce
Repeat layers, finishing with sauce and a generous layer of cheese on top.
4️⃣ Bake
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375°F (190°C)
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15–20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and melted
Let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing.
🔥 For Bold Flavor
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Use a good-quality red chile sauce (New Mexico-style if possible)
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Add a small pinch of smoked paprika
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Mix a little cheese into the beef layer for extra gooeyness
🥚 Traditional Touch
In some Southwestern styles, especially New Mexico-inspired versions, a fried egg is placed on top before serving — incredibly good.
If you’d like, I can also give:
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A from-scratch red chile sauce recipe
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A green chile stacked version
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Or a creamy “restaurant-style” enchilada stack
Which vibe are you going for — authentic, spicy, or extra cheesy comfort food? 🌶️