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Four shredded beef enchiladas in a white 9x13-inch baking dish with a cut lime in the background.

Shredded Beef Enchiladas

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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Course
Servings 12
Calories 149

Ingredients 

  • 2 cans Beef 24 ounces, drained
  • 1¾ cups Stock Chicken or beef, low sodium
  • 2 Tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
  • ¾ cup Salsa
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Ground
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 2 Tablespoons Corn Starch Optional; mix with 2 Tablespoons water to make a slurry
  • 10 Tortillas Corn, large
  • 1½ cups Cheese Low-fat
  • 1 cup Lettuce Shredded
  • Lime Optional; wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • 9×13-inch Baking Dish
  • Large Pan

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper. Whisk together stock, vinegar, salsa, and spices in a large pan. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat and let simmer for 10 minutes. If you want a thicker sauce, slowly pour the cornstarch slurry in, whisking constantly.
  • Taste and add additional seasonings if needed.
  • Add the drained canned beef, shred it, and then continue to cook until warmed through.
  • Fill each tortilla with a spoonful of the beef and sauce mixture and a spoonful of shredded cheese. Roll up and place in the baking dish, seam-side down. Repeat with remaining tortillas, then pour any remaining sauce over the prepared enchiladas, if desired. Top with remaining cheese and bake for 30 minutes, until bubbly.
  • Serve with lime wedges and shredded lettuce.

Notes

  • Add 1 cup of sautéed onions or bell peppers to the beef mixture for added flavor and nutrition.
  • Replace one of the cans of beef with two cans (12oz) of black or pinto beans to add additional fiber and reduce the amount of saturated fat.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Shredded Beef Enchiladas
Amount per Serving
Calories
 
149
Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
7
g
11
%
Saturated Fat
 
3
g
19
%
Trans Fat
 
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Cholesterol
 
14
mg
5
%
Sodium
 
524
mg
23
%
Potassium
 
104
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
 
16
g
5
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
2
g
2
%
Protein
 
6
g
12
%
Vitamin A
 
374
IU
7
%
Vitamin C
 
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
 
145
mg
15
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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