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Enchilada Meatballs

Savory Enchilada Meatballs: Your New Favorite Comfort Food

These Enchilada Meatballs are a delightful twist on traditional enchiladas, offering a comforting, quick, and delicious bite-sized dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Baking Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Beef
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatball Mixture
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Use 93% lean for balanced flavor.
  • 1 Egg Binds the meat mixture together.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced is preferred.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Chopped; can substitute with parsley.
  • 1/2 cup Bread Crumbs Swap with gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed.
  • 1 tbsp Chili Powder Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp Cumin Essential for traditional flavor.
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano Fresh can be used, adjust accordingly.
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Basic seasonings.
For Cooking
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil.
  • 1 cup Red Enchilada Sauce Store-bought or homemade.
For Topping
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Shredded; can substitute with Monterey Jack.
  • Optional Toppings Diced tomatoes, cilantro, black olives, hot sauce, or avocados.

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • iron skillet
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, minced garlic, egg, cilantro, bread crumbs, chili powder, cumin, oregano, and salt and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  2. Using a tablespoon, portion out the meatball mixture and roll it into 2-inch meatballs, placing them on a plate.
  3. Preheat an iron skillet over medium heat with olive oil. Sear meatballs for about 2 minutes per side until browned and the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
  4. Pour red enchilada sauce over the meatballs and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
  5. Transfer the skillet to a preheated oven at 350°F and bake for about 15 minutes.
  6. Let cool slightly, then serve with optional toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

These enchilada meatballs are flavorful and can be customized to suit various dietary preferences. Serve with various toppings for added flavor and appeal.

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