Leftover Beef Enchiladas Recipe

Name: Leftover Beef Enchiladas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon lite olive oil; 1 onion, sliced; 1 sweet green pepper, sliced; 1 sweet red pepper, sliced; 1 yellow pepper, sliced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 cups cooked roast beef, cubed; 1 1/2 cups taco sauce; 1 teaspoon cumin; 6 flour tortillas; 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1 tablespoon green onion, chopped

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon lite olive oil
1 onion, sliced
1 sweet green pepper, sliced
1 sweet red pepper, sliced
1 yellow pepper, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups cooked roast beef, cubed
1 1/2 cups taco sauce
1 teaspoon cumin
6 flour tortillas
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon green onion, chopped

1
Saute the onion & garlic until the garlic is fragrent & the onion is soft.
2
Add the sweet peppers for a minute.
3
Remove from heat add beef and 1/2 cup taco sauce.
4
Spoon about 3/4 cup of the meat mixture down the middle of each tortilla.
5
Sprinkle with 1 tbsp of cheese.
6
Fold the tortilla sides up so they overlap slightly.
7
Place them side by side, seam side down, in a 11x7 baking dish.
8
Spoon the remaining Taco sauce over them.
9
Spoon the sour cream in a line down the middle.
10
Sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
11
Bake in 350F degrees oven for about 30 minutes.

1092

kcal

Calories

Fat

124

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon lite olive oil, 1 onion, sliced, 1 sweet green pepper, sliced, 1 sweet red pepper, sliced, and more.

Yes, Leftover Beef Enchiladas falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Leftover Beef Enchiladas

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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