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Taco Bell Enchirito

Make the classic Taco Bell Enchirito at home with beef, beans, cheese, and zesty sauce—just like the original!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 34 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Filling:
  • 1⅓ pounds ground chuck
  • tablespoons masa harina
  • teaspoons chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon seasoning salt
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon garlic salt
  • ¼ teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon dried minced onion
  • ½ teaspoon beef bouillon powder
  • ¾ to 1 cup water
For the Sauce:
  • 8 ounces tomato sauce
  • cup water
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder
  • teaspoons cumin
  • teaspoons minced onion
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic salt
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
For Assembly:
  • 4 tortillas warmed
  • 1 cup refried beans heated
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup chopped white onions
  • Sliced black olives optional

Method
 

Step 1: Make the Taco Bell-Style Seasoning
  1. In a small bowl, combine all beef seasoning ingredients—masa harina, chili powder, onion and garlic powders, salts, cumin, paprika, sugar, minced onion, and bouillon. Set aside.
Step 2: Cook the Beef
  1. Brown the ground chuck in a skillet over medium heat. Use a spoon to break it apart as it cooks. Once fully browned, drain excess fat.
Step 3: Season and Simmer
  1. Return the meat to the skillet. Stir in the prepared seasoning mix and ¾ to 1 cup of water. Simmer uncovered over medium-low for 20 minutes, until most of the liquid evaporates. Stir occasionally, and don’t let it dry out completely.
Step 4: Prepare the Sauce
  1. In a small saucepan, combine all sauce ingredients. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer over low heat. Let it cook for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Step 5: Preheat the Oven
  1. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
Step 6: Assemble the Enchiritos
  1. Warm the tortillas until soft and pliable. On each tortilla, spread ¼ cup refried beans down the center, then top with ¼ of the seasoned beef. Roll tightly and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
Step 7: Top and Bake
  1. Generously spoon the sauce over the rolled tortillas. Top with shredded cheese, chopped onions, and black olives (if using). Bake uncovered for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.