Enchiladas
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Originally proposed by Alice on Feb 18, 2026
Source: Wikimedia
An enchilada is a Mexican dish consisting of a corn tortilla rolled around a filling and covered with a savory sauce. Enchiladas can be filled with various ingredients, including meats, cheese, beans, potatoes, vegetables, or combinations. Enchilada sauces include chili-based sauces, such as salsa roja, various moles, tomato-based sauces, such as salsa verde, or cheese-based sauces, such as chile con queso.
Source: Wikipedia (Enchilada)
Briefly softening tortillas prevents tearing and improves layering.
Saucy baked tortillas with savory filling.
Ingredients
- 10 corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken or beef
- 2 cups enchilada sauce
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar
- 1/2 medium onion, diced
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
Method
- Heat oven to 375F and spread a thin layer of sauce in a baking dish.
- Warm tortillas until pliable so they roll without cracking.
- Fill and roll each tortilla, then arrange seam-side down in the dish.
- Spoon over remaining sauce and top with cheese.
- Bake 20 to 25 minutes until bubbling and lightly browned on top.
Why These Techniques Work
Browse techniquesTortilla pre-softening
Why it works: Heat plasticizes starch and reduces cracking.
Why this recipe uses it: Keeps rolled enchiladas intact in baking.
Heat staging and carryover control
Why it works: Managing burner intensity and resting windows prevents overshoot from residual heat after active cooking.
Why this recipe uses it: This sequence relies on brief finishing steps where controlled carryover keeps texture and flavor balanced.
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