Sour Cream Enchiladas

Ingredients and Weight:

1. 8 Corn Tortillas
2. 1 lb Ground Chicken or Beef
3. 1 Cup Onion, chopped
4. 2 Cups Red Enchilada Sauce
5. 1 Cup Sour Cream
6. 1 Cup Shredded Cheese or Monterey Jack Cheese
7. 1 tsp Salt and Black Pepper
8. 2 tbsp Oil for cooking tortillas

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 20 minutes
• Cooking: 30 minutes
• Total: 50 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. In a pan, cook the ground chicken or beef with chopped onions until fully cooked and browned. Season with salt and black pepper.
3. In a separate bowl, mix the sour cream and enchilada sauce together.
4. Take each tortilla and brush both sides with oil. Warm up the tortillas in a pan or steamer until soft and flexible.
5. Place a spoonful of the meat filling in the center of each tortilla, roll them up, and place them seam-side down in an baking dish.
6. Pour the sour cream-enchilada sauce mixture over the enchiladas.
7. Top with shredded cheese or Monterey Jack cheese.
8. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the enchiladas are hot and bubbling.
9. Remove from oven, let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information: (per serving)

• Calories: Approx. 400-500 (depending on meat choice and amount)
• Fat: 25g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Protein: 25g

Dish Characteristics:

• A traditional American dish with a Mexican twist, perfect for those who enjoy spicy yet creamy flavors.
• The sour cream adds a rich and creamy texture to the enchiladas while the enchilada sauce brings a spicy kick.
• This dish is often served with rice or beans on the side for a complete meal.

User Comments:

1. "These enchiladas were so good! The sour cream added a nice creamy texture that I really enjoyed." - John Doe, New York
2. "I love the combination of flavors in these enchiladas, especially the blend of the sour cream and enchilada sauce." - Jane Smith, Texas
3. "The perfect balance of heat and creaminess, definitely a dish to make again." - Michael Johnson, California

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
• If you want to make this dish vegetarian, you can use vegetable-based meat substitutes or skip the meat filling altogether.
• Adjust the heat level by using mild or spicy enchilada sauce according to your preference.