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Air Fryer Enchiladas

These Air Fryer Enchiladas are a breeze to make in less than half an hour and are packed with Mexican flavor!
Prep Time12 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
4 people

Equipment

  • Tofu press
  • Skillet
  • Air fryer

Ingredients

  • 1 block firm tofu, pressed or 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 cup black beans cooked
  • 1 cup rice cooked
  • 14 oz. can fire roasted tomatoes
  • 1 lime juiced, optional
  • 12 tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese
  • 2 cups enchilada sauce
  • 1 lime quartered, for garnish

Instructions

  • If using tofu: Start by pressing the tofu for about 10 to 12 minutes, tightening every 3 to 4 minutes.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, add oil and sauté onions.
  • If using beef: Add crumbled ground beef to onion mixture and sauté until the meat is browned. If using tofu: When the onions have softened, add tofu to pan. Mash tofu with a fork and sauté the tofu and onion mixture about 6 to 8 minutes.
    tofu being mashed with a fork in a skillet of onions and oil
  • Add the spices to the skillet mixture and stir to combine.
  • Add the cooked black beans, cooked rice, and fire roasted tomatoes to the tofu mixture. Heat for about 2 minutes.
  • If using lime juice, add to the mixture here and remove from heat.
  • Roll mixture into tortillas.
  • Line air fryer basket with foil before adding rolled tortillas with the seams facing down. This will need to be cooked in a few batches, depending on your air fryer size.
  • Top enchiladas with sauce and then cheese.
    uncooked vegetarian enchiladas topped with sauce and cheese in an air fryer basket
  • Cook for about 4 minutes at 350°F or until cheese melts. Repeat until all enchiladas are cooked.
    vegetarian enchiladas topped with sauce, cheese, and cilantro in an air fryer basket
  • Garnish with lime juice or your favorite toppings and enjoy!
    a hand squeezing lime juice over vegetarian enchiladas on a white plate with lime wedges

Notes

Pro Tip: This recipe can be made in the air fryer unit with a basket or the air fryer oven. If you are using the air fryer oven, use the middle rack and select the “Air Fry” function.

Nutrition Information

Calories 1020kcal | Carbohydrates 174g | Protein 34g | Fat 18g | Saturated Fat 7g | Cholesterol 27mg | Sodium 4080mg | Potassium 420mg | Fiber 21g | Sugar 46g | Vitamin A 6887IU | Vitamin C 38mg | Calcium 752mg | Iron 14mg
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