Description
This Ground Beef Enchilada Soup is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines all the delicious flavors of traditional enchiladas in a warm and comforting soup. Perfect for a cozy night in or for feeding a crowd, this easy-to-make soup will become a new family favorite.
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Garnish:
- Tortilla strips
- Shredded cheese
- Sour cream
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
- Add Ingredients: Add the diced onion and garlic to the pot with the beef. Cook until the onion is translucent.
- Simmer: Stir in the diced tomatoes, enchilada sauce, green chilies, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Bring the soup to a simmer.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with tortilla strips, shredded cheese, sour cream, and chopped cilantro.
Notes
- This soup can be easily customized with your favorite toppings such as avocado, jalapeños, or hot sauce.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a diced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
