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Beef enchiladas

From the video “The Best Enchiladas EVER | SAM THE COOKING GUY 4K” by SAM THE COOKING GUY. RecipesMD is not affiliated with SAM THE COOKING GUY. Steps are in our own words.

Machine-read from the video · not yet checked by a personMediumFine for a weeknight
Mild
Total time
~15 min
est.
Serves
~3
est.
Cost
~$5.18*
per serving, Ontario (~3 portions assumed)save ~$10.82* vs ordering out
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients
18

Ingredients

  • No pork

May contain gluten, dairy

Read from the ingredient list. Check packaging if you have an allergy.

The video doesn’t say how many this serves, so amounts are shown as made in the video.

Ontario grocery estimate*

~$15.53*for the batch in the video
~$5.18*per serving

You save about ~$10.82* per serving (68% less*) than ordering it out — ~$32.47* for ~3 portions.

Order out = a typical Ontario Mexican plate, before delivery fees, tax and tip.

4 ingredients priced from Ontario averages · 8 predicted from typical costs · not priced: beef brisket, canned enchilada sauce

* Estimate, not a quote: 8 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 3 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario Mexican plate at ~$16, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

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Nutrition & health

Nutrition per serving1,004 kcal · 50% of 2,000
Fat44 g56%
Saturated fat14 g69%
Sodium1,547 mg67%
Carbohydrate107 g39%
Fiber6 g21%
Total sugars8.6 gno daily value
Added sugars0 g0%
Protein44 g89%

Estimate from the ingredient list — not dietary advice. % Daily Value uses FDA reference amounts; 5% or less is low, 20% or more is high. Added sugars are counted from sweeteners and sweet sauces in the list.

Health indexMiddle of the road
  • Starting point60
  • Protein+20 of 20
  • Fiber+9 of 20
  • Saturated fat−14 of 20
  • Sodium−13 of 20
  • Added sugars (estimate)0 of 20

RecipesMD health index — an estimate from the ingredient list, not medical or dietary advice

From 7 of 8 ingredient lines (100% of the measured weight), divided into 3 servings (estimated: 454 g protein foods at ~170 g per serving; model check 4 agrees). Not counted because the video gives no amount: avocado oil, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, shredded pepper jack cheese, fresh cilantro and 3 more. Not matched to nutrient data: canned enchilada sauce. Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (2018-04, public domain) + 4 Branded Foods records.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • baking dish
  • whisk
  • tongs
  • chef's knife

What the video didn’t say

  • exact amount of enchilada sauce
  • exact amount of cheese
  • exact baking time
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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about Beef enchiladas

What makes SAM THE COOKING GUY's Beef enchiladas recipe and technique special?

SAM THE COOKING GUY's take on Beef enchiladas focuses on home kitchen precision, balancing Mexican flavors with an estimated under 30 minutes total preparation time. Crucial step: Rolling tightly with filling keeps enchiladas intact while baking. Every step is timestamped to the exact second in the video so you can follow along hands-free.

How much does it cost to make Beef enchiladas at Ontario grocery prices?

Based on Statistics Canada benchmark consumer food pricing, this Beef enchiladas recipe costs approximately economical home-cooked pricing per serving (yielding 2 to 4 portions). Home cooking saves an estimated 60% to 75% compared to ordering takeout at a restaurant.

Can I make Beef enchiladas ahead of time or store leftovers?

Yes. Leftover Beef enchiladas can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. If the recipe contains delicate leafy greens or dressed ingredients, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crisp texture.

What substitutions can I make in SAM THE COOKING GUY's Beef enchiladas?

This recipe utilizes approximately 18 ingredients across 16 steps. For gluten-free adaptations, swap regular soy sauce or flour with tamari or cornstarch. For vegetarian adaptations, replace meat proteins with extra-firm tofu, mushrooms, or legumes while preserving the aromatics.

Where can I watch the video tutorial for Beef enchiladas?

The official cooking video by SAM THE COOKING GUY is embedded directly on RecipesMD, featuring video timeline scrubbing that jumps directly to each step, adjustable playback speeds, and Kitchen Mode.