Enchilada Meatballs Recipe

Servings: 4-6

Ingredients:

For Meatballs:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

For Enchilada Sauce:

• 2 cups tomato sauce
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste

For Assembly:

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• Sour cream and additional cilantro for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven:

• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Make the Meatballs:

• In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, cilantro, ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
• Mix until well combined.
• Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

3. Bake the Meatballs:

• Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until they are cooked through and browned on the outside.

4. Prepare the Enchilada Sauce:

• In a saucepan, combine tomato sauce, tomato paste, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
• Simmer over medium heat for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.

5. Coat the Meatballs:

• Once the meatballs are done, transfer them to a large bowl.
• Pour the enchilada sauce over the meatballs and gently toss until all the meatballs are coated with the sauce.

6. Assemble and Bake:

• Transfer the sauced meatballs to a baking dish.
• Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
• Bake in the oven for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

7. Garnish and Serve:

• Remove the enchilada meatballs from the oven.
• Garnish with chopped green onions and additional cilantro.
• Serve warm with a dollop of sour cream on the side.

Enjoy these Enchilada Meatballs as a flavorful and fun twist on classic enchiladas!