New Mexico's Sunny Side up Enchiladas Recipe

Name: New Mexico's Sunny Side up Enchiladas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs ground beef; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; ½ teaspoon cumin; 1 teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper; 4 tablespoons flour; ¼ cup chili powder; 1 beef bouillon cube; 1 (1/4 ounce) packet sazon goya (amount in packet is a guess); 1 12-2 cups cold water; 12 corn tortillas; 2 cups cheddar cheese (grated); 1 onion (diced); 2 tomatoes (diced); 12 a head of lettuce (shredded); 6 eggs; oil

Servings: persons

3 lbs ground beef
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
4 tablespoons flour
¼ cup chili powder
1 beef bouillon cube
1 (1/4 ounce) packet sazon goya (amount in packet is a guess)
1 12-2 cups cold water
12 corn tortillas
2 cups cheddar cheese (grated)
1 onion (diced)
2 tomatoes (diced)
12 a head of lettuce (shredded)
6 eggs
oil

1
Brown beef.
2
Drain, leaving about a tablespoon of grease in pan.
3
Add seasonings, according to taste.
4
Add flour and chili powder, allow to brown in beef a little.
5
Add water, enough for desired consistency, packet of sazon goya and boullion cube.
6
Allow sauce to thicken, adding water when needed.
7
Meanwhile, soften tortillas in a little oil and drain on paper towel.
8
Place one tortilla on individual plate, top with meat mixture.
9
Layer with fresh onion, cheese, lettuce, tomato.
10
Season with a little salt and pepper.
11
Place another tortilla over the top, and repeat process.
12
Making two layers.
13
Fry egg, sunny side up.
14
Place on top of tomato.
15
Season with a little more salt and pepper.
16
Enjoy (hopefully).

1749

kcal

Calories

109

Fat

Carbs

112

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.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lbs ground beef, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, New Mexico's Sunny Side up Enchiladas falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

New Mexico's Sunny Side up Enchiladas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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