I don’t have proof, but there’s a good chance that Enfrijoladas came about in hopes of simplifying life. Because you always have beans on hand right?! All you need to do is liquefy the beans, add a bit of flavor, and you’ll have lightning quick Enfrijoladas on the table for a wildly satisfying meal. …
Enchiladas
These are the best Mexican Enchilada recipes on the site. Keep an eye out for Enchiladas Suizas and Ancho Chicken Enchiladas as those are my favorites!
Chicken Tinga Enchiladas
If you’re a fan of the Tinga Tostadas from a few weeks ago then you can easily use that Tinga flavor to make a wicked batch of enchiladas. I used chicken for this batch but feel free to get creative with the protein choice as it’s the Tinga sauce that’s the star attraction here. You’ve…
Hatch Green Chile Enchiladas
If you’re still seeing Hatch chiles in your area then you’ve got the option of making a wicked batch of enchiladas. Roasted Hatch chiles have a distinct flavor and they are prepared to do all the heavy lifting if you just give ’em the chance! I’m making chicken and cheese enchiladas in this recipe, but keep…
Mexican Shredded Beef
Lately I’ve been simmering brisket in homemade enchilada sauce to make some big batches of fiery Shredded Beef. And since you’re already an expert at making your own enchilada sauce (right?!!) then you can consider this an easy way to make some ultra-flavorful beef that will work wonders in tacos, burritos, enchiladas, etc. How To…
Homemade Enchilada Sauce
This is the homemade enchilada sauce I always come back to. Ancho chili peppers give it a rich, complex flavor that works wonders when it’s gooped over some crispy corn tortillas. Enchilada sauce also happens to freeze quite well, so I’ve gotten in the habit of making an oversized batch and freezing a few portions. …
Colorado Enchiladas
These Colorado Enchiladas are quickly heading towards the top of my list. Ancho and New Mexican dried chilis combine with a bit of sweetness to create an unbelievably satisfying sauce that you won’t find anywhere else in town. Pin it here to save for later! And no, they’re not from Denver. Taken from Spanish, colorado…
Easy Red Sauce Enchiladas
This is my go-to recipe for red sauce enchiladas. Fast, incredible flavor, and stress free to make. Sound too good to be true? Don’t let the simple ingredient list deceive you. The combo of roasted tomatoes, cumin, and chipotles in adobo creates a where-have-you-been-all-my-life flavor that is far superior to anything you can get at your…
Enchiladas Suizas — Chicken Enchiladas with Creamy Green Sauce
Enchiladas Suizas is a phrase used quite liberally these days to describe a wide range of enchilada dishes. Variations will get even wilder once you head north of the U.S./Mexico border. Luckily it’s easy to return to the essence of the dish by building a traditional green sauce and mixing it with a bit of cream. This will…
Enfrijoladas Recipe — What To Do With All Those Mexican Beans
Enfrijoladas are one of Mexico’s most common ‘dinner in a hurry’ meals. They are less common north of the border because people tend to limit beans to the ‘side dish’ realm. But that usually means they’ve never tried warm corn tortillas drenched in a chili-infused bean puree. Enfrijoladas also happens to be on the lookout for a stable, long term relationship. It’s more than willing…
Ancho Chicken Enchiladas
Picture an abuela hunched over a fire in the rural heartland of Mexico, stirring a sauce inside a clay pot. She moves slow, but efficient, like she has all the time in the world. She’s got something she wants to tell you: Esto es facil. No mas salsa de enchiladas de la lata, esta…