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Welcome, food lovers! Today, we’re diving into a delicious recipe: Enchilada Cups. These mini delights are a fun twist on classic enchiladas, combining crispy tortilla cups with a rich filling of seasoned ground beef, black beans, and flavorful red enchilada sauce. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a weeknight meal, this recipe is sure to please fans of Mexican-inspired dishes. Let’s get started with this mouthwatering Enchilada Cups recipe!

Ingredients

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10 small flour tortillas: Form the base for your enchilada cups.
1 pound ground beef (80-85% lean): Provides a hearty, savory filling.
10 ounces red enchilada sauce: Adds rich flavor to the meat.
2 tablespoons taco seasoning: Boosts the flavor with a spicy kick.
14 ounces canned black beans (rinsed and drained): A nutritious and tasty addition.
1/2 cup canned whole kernel corn: Adds a hint of sweetness.
1/4 cup chopped pickled jalapenos: For a zesty, spicy touch.
1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese: Melts beautifully on top.
Optional toppings: 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1 chopped green onion, 1/4 cup chopped tomato, 1/4 cup sour cream, 1 small avocado (cubed).

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Tortilla Cups

Preheat your oven to 350°F.
Spray a muffin tin with cooking spray. Insert a tortilla into each muffin tin cavity to form a cup shape. Place a small foil ball in each to help the tortillas maintain their shape while baking.
Bake for 15 minutes or until crispy. Remove from the oven, discard the foil balls, and set the pan aside.

Step 2: Cook the Ground Beef Filling

In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes, until it’s browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
Stir in the red enchilada sauce and taco seasoning, combining well to coat the beef with the sauce.

Step 3: Add the Additional Ingredients

Add the black beans, corn, and chopped pickled jalapenos to the beef mixture. Stir everything together until fully combined and heated through.

Step 4: Assemble the Enchilada Cups

Spoon the beef mixture into the baked tortilla cups until almost full.
Top each cup with shredded Mexican blend cheese.

Step 5: Bake the Enchilada Cups

Place the filled cups back in the oven and bake for 10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted.
Remove from the oven and add your optional toppings: cilantro, green onion, chopped tomato, sour cream, and avocado.

Notes

Make them spicier: If you love heat, consider adding extra jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the beef mixture.
Use fresh ingredients: For the best flavor, use fresh cilantro, and tomatoes for topping.
Alternative fillings: Want to mix it up? You can substitute chicken, turkey, or even a vegetarian filling with sautéed mushrooms and peppers.