Cheesy Pork Enchiladas

• 20 min
• 4 people

Ingredients

• 340 g Tulip Jamonilla
• 1 red onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 red chili
• 1 handful cilantro
• 200 g grated cheese
• 4 tortillas
• Vegetable oil
• Salt
• Oil
• Freshly ground pepper

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Enchilada is a Mexican dish known and loved for its unique flavors and easy making. Traditionally, the enchilada consists of a tortilla wrapping up meat, cheese, and vegetables. You can make enchiladas in a variety of ways, and you can make the filling with almost everything.  

These enchiladas are simple yet tasty and packed with savory Jamonilla, onions, and lots of cheese. If you want an even more filling version, you can add any kind of vegetables or sauces you like. The tasty filling is wrapped up in flour tortillas and sprinkled with fresh cilantro. Try this recipe for a flavorful dinner that is ready in 20 minutes!

 

Difficulty: Easy

 

Instructions

Preparations and filling  

• Heat up the oven to 200°C/390°F.  
• Peel and dice the red onion and chop the garlic finely. Rinse the chili, remove the seeds, and cut them into strips. Chop the fresh cilantro. 
• Cut the Jamonilla into squares.  
• Heat some oil over medium-high heat and add the onion, garlic, and chilies. Fry until translucent and soft. 
• Add the diced pork and fry until golden. 
• Season with salt and pepper. 
• Mix all ingredients and add 2 tablespoons of grated cheese.  

Assemble the enchiladas  

• Lay out a tortilla and spread 2-3 tablespoons of filling over the surface.  
• Roll and place it in a baking dish greased in vegetable oil.  
• Continue this until all tortillas have been placed in the baking dish.  
• Finish off by adding the rest of the shredded cheese on top.  
• Put the dish in the oven and bake for about 8 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and the tortilla is golden.  

Serving  

• Serve the enchiladas hot with a side of salad, tomato, sweet corn, and raw onion. 
• Enjoy! 

 

Tip

For a more filling variant of this recipe, you can add salsa or black beans, or you can serve with a side of beans and rice to ensure that you’re left full and satisfied. For a creamier and greasier version serve the enchiladas topped with sour cream or guacamole – or even both.  

Enchiladas are also ideal for meal prepping, as you can freeze the enchiladas for later use.  

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