Ready to make this legendary dish yourself? Here’s the full recipe, from start to finish.
Ingredients:
For the filling:
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey for a lighter option)
- 1 cup cooked or canned pinto beans, drained
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the chili sauce:
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 tsp sugar
For assembly:
- 6 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a Mexican cheese blend)
- 1/2 cup diced onions (for topping)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the chili sauce
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine all the chili sauce ingredients. Stir well and let simmer gently for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Set aside.
2. Cook the filling
In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the chopped onions and garlic in a bit of oil until softened and fragrant. Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned and fully cooked.
