Description
Hearty ground beef enchilada soup brings Mexican comfort to your dinner table with rich, bold flavors. Spicy, cheesy goodness awaits you in this one-pot wonder that promises warmth and satisfaction with minimal kitchen effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (1 lb) ground beef
Vegetables and Beans:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 (14 ounces) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (14 ounces) can corn, drained
- 1 (14 ounces) can diced tomatoes
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 1 (10 ounces) can enchilada sauce
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings:
- Shredded cheese
- Sour cream
- Green onions
- Tortilla chips
Instructions
- Sear ground beef in a large pot over medium-high heat until thoroughly browned, eliminating any excess fat.
- Incorporate diced onions and minced garlic, sautéing until aromatic and translucent, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Pour enchilada sauce, beef broth, diced tomatoes, black beans, and corn into the pot, seasoning with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Elevate heat to trigger boiling, then immediately reduce to a gentle simmer for 20 minutes, occasionally stirring to prevent sticking.
- Conduct a flavor assessment, fine-tuning seasonings to personal preference.
- Transfer steaming soup into serving bowls, embellishing with optional garnishes like shredded cheese, dollops of sour cream, sliced green onions, or crispy tortilla chips.
Notes
- Drain ground beef thoroughly to prevent excess oil floating on soup surface, ensuring a cleaner, more appetizing presentation.
- Consider using lean ground beef (90/10) for a healthier version without compromising rich flavor profile.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting chili powder or adding diced jalapeños for spice enthusiasts who enjoy extra kick.
- Transform into vegetarian option by replacing ground beef with plant-based crumbles or additional beans, maintaining hearty texture and protein content.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 292 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 830 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.4 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg