Taco Bell Enchirito
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
55 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
678 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Taco Bell Enchirito
Description
This Enchirito recipe begins with ground chuck cooked in a robust spice blend including chili powder, cumin, garlic, and onion powders, simmered with water until thickened. The sauce combines tomato sauce with complementary spices and vinegar, gently simmered to develop flavor without boiling. Heated refried beans are spread over tortillas, topped with the seasoned beef, and rolled tightly before arranging in a baking dish.
The rolled tortillas are covered with the prepared sauce and shredded cheddar cheese, then baked to meld the flavors and warm the dish through. This method produces a moist and flavorful filling embraced by softened tortillas, layered with a tangy sauce that enhances the savory beef and cheese. Optional onions and olives can garnish the dish for extra texture and taste.
Taco Bell's traditional serving method varies, but this recipe's baked approach yields a family-style casserole, ideal for serving multiple portions at once. This preparation suits those who enjoy layered Mexican-American comfort food and provides leftovers that reheat well.
Ingredients
Beef
- 1 1/2 tablespoons masa harina
- 4 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin ground
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/4 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon onion dried minced
- 1/2 teaspoon beef bouillon powder
- 1 1/3 pounds ground chuck
Sauce
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 1/3 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 1/2 teaspoons onion minced
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Assembly
- 4 tortillas
- 1 cup refried beans heated
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1/4 cup white onion chopped
- black olive optional, sliced
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients for the beef, except for the beef itself, and mix well.
- Crumble the ground chuck into a large skillet (preferably nonstick) and brown, stirring well. Remove from the heat and drain the grease from the beef.
- Return the beef to the pan and stir in the spice mix and 3/4 to 1 cup of water. Simmer uncovered on medium-low heat for 20 minutes, until most of the moisture has cooked away. Remove the pan from the heat before the meat is completely dry.
- To make the sauce, combine all the ingredients for the sauce in a saucepan and mix well. Simmer at a very low temperature for 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- To assemble the Enchirito, spread 1/4 of the heated refried beans onto a tortilla, followed by 1/4 of the ground beef. Roll up the tortilla and place it seam-side down in an ovenproof dish coated with non-stick spray. Repeat with remaining tortillas. Cover with the prepared sauce, cheese, chopped onions, and black olives, if desired.
- Place the Enchiritos in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until the cheese melts.
Notes
- The traditional Taco Bell Enchirito is not baked, but baking makes a cohesive casserole-style dish for family meals.
- Roll tortillas tightly and place seam-side down to keep filling contained during baking.
- Use non-stick spray on the baking dish to prevent sticking when baking the enchirito rolls.
- Leftovers can be reheated covered to maintain moisture and flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 678 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 678kcal | 34% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 39g | 78% |
| Fat | 42g | 65% |
| Saturated Fat | 18g | 90% |
| Cholesterol | 137mg | 46% |
| Sodium | 2104mg | 88% |
| Potassium | 751mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 1520IU | 30% |
| Vitamin C | 4.7mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 309mg | 31% |
| Iron | 6.5mg | 36% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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