El Salvadoran Enchiladas (Enchiladas Salvadoreñas)

Enchiladas Salvadoreñas, or El Salvadoran Enchiladas, are a traditional dish from El Salvador that consists of corn tortillas filled with various ingredients and topped with a flavorful tomato sauce and garnishes.

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El Salvadoran Enchiladas (Enchiladas Salvadoreñas)

Ingredients

  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup cooked and shredded chicken
  • 1 cup refried beans
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup crumbled queso fresco
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a small saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the ground cumin and dried oregano, and cook for 1 minute.
  3. Stir in the tomato sauce and chicken broth. Simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat and set aside.
  4. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds on each side, then wrap them in a clean kitchen towel to keep warm.
  5. Fill each tortilla with a spoonful of refried beans, shredded chicken, and a sprinkle of diced tomatoes. Roll up the tortillas and place them seam-side down in a baking dish.
  6. Pour the tomato sauce over the enchiladas, making sure to coat them evenly.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the enchiladas are heated through.
  8. Top the enchiladas with shredded cabbage, crumbled queso fresco, chopped cilantro, and diced red onion before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
15g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Baking dish Small saucepan Skillet Kitchen towel

Tools

Oven Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the enchiladas with a side of rice and a refreshing agua fresca.

Tips & tricks

For a vegetarian option, substitute the chicken with sautéed vegetables or additional refried beans.

Cost

$15