Red Chile Enchiladas Recipe

Summary

Preparation Time15 MinCooking Time10 Min
Ready In25 MinDifficulty LevelMedium
Health IndexAverageCuisine
CourseMethod
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 Corn flour2 Pound
 Enchilada sauce - 4 cups
 Salt1 Teaspoon
 Cheese1 Cup (16 tbs)
 Baking powder1/2 Teaspoon
 Lettuce1
 Garlic - Chopped
 Green olives1 Cup (16 tbs), sliced
 Oregano
 Green onions1 Cup (16 tbs), chopped
 Frying Oil2 Cup (16 tbs) (For frying)
 Water

Directions

MAKING
1) Mix together the maseca (corn flour), baking powder, salt and some water.
2) Mix well till a smooth dough is formed. It should not be sticky.
3) Shape the mixture into balls the size of an egg.
4) Between two sheets of wax paper, place one ball at a time and use a rolling pin of tortilla press to flatten it to a round which is 4 to 5 inches in diameter, or ¼-inch thick.
5) Make the round ahead of cooking the other ingredients. Use damp paper towels to cover.
6) In a small skillet, fry 1 inch of oil.
7) Fry each patty for about 5 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels.
8) In a plate, place 2 to 3 tortillas and then use enchilada sauce to cover each patty. Top with onion, olives, lettuce and cheese.

SERVING
9) Serve at room temperature as a main dish. Can also be served as a snack.
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