Sweet Pork Enchiladas

Sweet Pork Enchiladas
  • PREP TIME
    25 mins
  • COOK TIME
    4 hrs 25 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    4 hrs 50 mins
  • SERVING
    10 People
  • VIEWS
    42

Elevate your enchilada game with this delightful twist! Tender pulled pork dances with the vibrant flavors of green chile sauce, a hint of brown sugar sweetness, and a refreshing touch of cilantro. A truly exceptional and memorable dish!

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    53 g
  • Cholesterol
    66 mg
  • Fiber
    9 g
  • Protein
    28 g
  • Saturated Fat
    6 g
  • Sodium
    635 mg
  • Sugar
    11 g
  • Fat
    13 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Place pork in a slow cooker with enough water to cover the bottom by 2 inches. Season generously with garlic salt and freshly ground black pepper. (5 minutes)

02

Step

Cook on High for 4 hours, or until the pork is easily shredded with a fork. (4 hours)

03

Step

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (10 minutes)

04

Step

Transfer the cooked pork to a large bowl and shred using two forks. In a separate bowl, combine 1 can of enchilada sauce with the brown sugar until well dissolved. Pour this mixture over the shredded pork and toss to coat evenly. Reserve the remaining enchilada sauce. (15 minutes)

05

Step

Pour half of the remaining can of enchilada sauce into a 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom. (2 minutes)

06

Step

Spread about 1/4 cup of the sweet pork mixture down the center of each tortilla. Top with a generous spoonful of black beans and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro. Roll the tortillas tightly around the filling and arrange them in the prepared baking dish, seam-side down. (20 minutes)

07

Step

Pour the remaining half can of enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas. Sprinkle generously with shredded Monterey Jack cheese. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil. (5 minutes)

08

Step

Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden. Remove the foil for the last 5 minutes of baking to allow the cheese to brown. (25 minutes)

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a diced onion and a minced garlic clove to the slow cooker along with the pork.
If you prefer a spicier kick, use a hot green enchilada sauce or add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the pork mixture.
Feel free to substitute the Monterey Jack cheese with another cheese of your choice, such as cheddar, Colby Jack, or a Mexican blend.
Leftover enchiladas can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave until warmed through.
Garnish with sour cream or guacamole for an additional delicious element.

Clyde Purdy

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.4/ 5 ( 14 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (9)
  • Micah Hayes

    These were a huge hit! My family loved the sweet and savory combination.

  • Coleman Lubowitz

    I doubled the recipe and it was perfect for feeding a crowd.

  • Zora Wisozk

    Next time, I'll try adding some corn to the filling for extra texture.

  • Santiago Gerhold

    So easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner. I'll definitely be making these again.

  • Audie Rice

    The brown sugar adds such a unique and delicious touch to the enchiladas.

  • Sandy Wuckert

    This is my new go-to enchilada recipe!

  • Roma Beer

    I added a can of diced green chiles to the pork mixture for extra flavor and it was delicious!

  • Ernesto Grant

    My kids are picky eaters, but they devoured these!

  • Nickolas Lebsack

    I used leftover pulled pork from a barbecue and it worked perfectly!

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