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    Home » Mexican Recipes » Sour Cream Enchiladas (Tacos de Jocoqui)

    Sour Cream Enchiladas (Tacos de Jocoqui)

    Date: April 26, 2022 by Christian Guzman • This post may contain affiliate links. See Privacy Policy below.

    These Sour Cream Enchiladas, called Rolled Tacos de Jocoqui in Mexico, are the perfect, quick meal for any time of the day. The cheese melts perfectly and your taste buds will thank you.

    • What is Jocoqui?
    • Are Sour Cream Enchiladas Very Spicy?
    • What’s a Substitute for Mexican Crema?
    • What’s the Difference Between Enchiladas and Rolled Tacos?
    • Recipe
    24Bite: Sour Cream Enchiladas Recipe by Christian Guzman
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    What is Jocoqui?

    I’ve seen this spelled either jocoqui or jocoque. Jocoqui is a type of fermented milk. It’s similar to buttermilk, sour cream or Mexican crema, or a combination of the three.

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    Where’s the Sour Cream?

    Since jocoqui (or jocoque) doesn’t have a direct translation to English, most traditional recipes like this one translate it to sour cream. I tried using sour cream and, although it tastes great, the sour cream got a little dry and cracked when baked.

    Even though these are named Sour Cream Enchiladas because of the traditional translation of jocoqui, I decided on Mexican crema instead.

    You’ll only need a few ingredients and about 40 minutes.

    Are Sour Cream Enchiladas Very Spicy?

    You can easily make these spicy, if you want. But, no, they’re aren’t spicy at all. The green chiles are mild and there is nothing spicy about the tomatoes.

    I developed this recipe so that the entire family can enjoy it. If you want to make it more spicy, you can add some Valentina Hot Sauce while serving. Or, stir in some chile powder with the tomatoes.

    What’s a Substitute for Mexican Crema?

    If you’re unable to find Mexican crema, try using a combination of sour cream and heavy cream, buttermilk or half and half. Start whisking the sour cream and add the liquid until you have a nice thick drizzle.

    What’s the Difference Between Enchiladas and Rolled Tacos?

    In Mexican cuisine, an enchilada means that the tortilla is covered in a sauce made of red chiles. Entomatadas, on the other hand, are the same tortillas covered in a sauce made of tomatoes.

    The tortilla filling can be anything you like. This one is melty Monterey Jack cheese, green chiles and tomatoes. Unlike enchiladas or entomatadas, though, it’s covered in sour cream (or Mexican crema, in this case).

    closeup of cutting white cheese on a cutting board

    I’m taking author’s privilege by calling this dish “Sour Cream Enchiladas”. They’re not in chile sauce, so that’s not entirely true. But, when people search for something with baked rolled tortillas, they automatically think they’re enchiladas.

    plate of birria tacos with link to recipe

    They’re not technically enchiladas, but does it really matter in the grand scheme of things? No. Definitely, it does not.

    closeup of filling corn tortilla with monterey jack cheese and strips of green chiles and tomato
    Look how easy! You just add a few ingredients and roll them in a tortilla.

    How to Serve

    These enchiladas are typically served with refried beans. Garnish with avocado slices and queso fresco.

    Traditionally, you serve this with refried beans. For something lighter, try a serving of Pico de Gallo.

    Since these are so easy to make and there’s so little prep time, you can serve for breakfast, lunch or even after school.

    Closeup of sour cream enchiladas cut into pieces on a fork

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    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Cooling: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 45 minutes
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 390kcal
    Author: Christian Guzman
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    These Sour Cream Enchiladas, called Rolled Tacos de Jocoqui in Mexico, are the perfect, quick meal for any time of the day. The cheese melts perfectly and your taste buds will thank you.

    For more information, be sure to check the recipe details in the attached 24Bite® post.

    Equipment

    • Skillet, comal or roti pan optional
    • 9 x 13 Casserole Pan

    Ingredients

    • 12 Corn Tortillas
    • 8 ounces Monterey Jack Cheese, cut into ½" cubes
    • 3 Anaheim Chiles, used Ortega Mild Whole Green Chiles, cut into thin strips
    • 15 ounces Crushed Tomatoes, used Red Gold
    • 1 ½ cups Mexican Crema, or see above for substitutes
    • Salt and Pepper, optional
    • Cooking Spray, like Pam

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350℉.
    • Prepare the corn tortillas by softening them in your favorite way. Lightly fry them in a comal or skillet. Or, use the microwave to soften them. For detailed instructions, see my post to Soften Corn Tortillas.
    • Spray a 9×13" rectangle baking dish with cooking spray.
    • Hold the softened tortilla in one hand. Add about 3 cubes cheese, 3 or 4 strips chiles and about 2 tablespoons tomatoes to center of tortilla. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and pepper, if desired. Roll and place it seam side down in baking dish. Repeat for remaining tortillas.
    • Evenly distribute any remaining tomatoes on the top and evenly pour the crema over it.
    • Place in preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese has melted.
    • As with all enchiladas, it's best to allow to cool slightly (about 10 or 15 minutes) before trying to serve.



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    Notes

    Makes 6 servings of 2 enchiladas per person.
    Garnish with bits of cilantro, lime wedges, crumbled queso fresco, slices of avocado and pico de gallo.
    Serve with Spanish Rice, sour cream and guacamole. Refried beans, salsa and chips as well.
    If you don’t have canned whole green chiles, you can used diced green chiles. Drain them well before using.
    Nutrition Facts
    Sour Cream Enchiladas (Tacos de Jocoqui)
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 390 Calories from Fat 198
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 22g34%
    Saturated Fat 7g44%
    Sodium 681mg30%
    Carbohydrates 34g11%
    Fiber 6g25%
    Sugar 7g8%
    Protein 15g30%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Mexican
    Keyword Baked Tacos, Cheese Enchiladas, Tacos de Jocoque
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