Pinto Bean Enchiladas
These delicious pinto bean enchiladas are filled with seasoned beans, cheese, and topped with a flavorful enchilada sauce.
Ingredients - Serves 6
- Cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
- Cheddar cheese - 1 cup, shredded
- Enchilada sauce - 2 cups
- Tortillas - 12, corn or flour
- Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
- Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
- Chili powder - 1 teaspoon
- Cumin - 1 teaspoon
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Onion - 1, diced
- Pinto beans - 2 cups, cooked
Let's Get Started
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large skillet, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and cook until the onion is translucent.
- Add the cooked pinto beans, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Warm the tortillas in the microwave or on a skillet to make them pliable.
- Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Place a spoonful of the pinto bean mixture onto each tortilla, roll it up, and place it seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas, making sure they are fully covered.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the enchiladas.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 50g
- Protein: 15g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 5g