What Is the Difference Between Enchiladas Suizas and Enchiladas Rancheras?
Editorial Team · 17 September 2026
Suizas and Rancheras at a Glance
Enchiladas Suizas and Enchiladas Rancheras are two distinct plates on the El Patron menu, each defined mainly by the sauce it carries. Suizas are a creamy salsa verde style enchilada. Rancheras use a guajillo and ranchera red chile sauce on braised beef. Both are rolled enchiladas that look familiar, but the sauce and filling set them apart.
At El Patron Mexican Restaurant in Orlando, both appear at the same price points, so the choice comes down to which sauce you want. Our Three Suizas Enchiladas are $21, with a two-count option at $17.
Key Takeaways
Short Version: Suizas are the creamy salsa verde style. Rancheras are guajillo and ranchera red chile on braised beef. Both cost the same.
- Suizas are a creamy salsa verde style enchilada.
- Rancheras use a guajillo and ranchera red chile sauce on braised beef.
- Both are $21 for three enchiladas or $17 for a two-count.
- Shrimp enchiladas are also available if you want a different option.
The Sauces That Define Each Plate
The sauce is what separates these two enchiladas, since Suizas are a creamy salsa verde style while Rancheras use a red chile sauce. The Suizas are built around salsa verde, giving them their creamy green character. The Rancheras are built around a guajillo and ranchera red chile sauce, and they are served on braised beef.
If you want to compare the two directly, our Three Rancheras Enchiladas are also $21, or $17 for a two-count. For a wider look at the enchiladas we offer, see our Orlando enchiladas guide.
How to Choose Between Them
Choosing between them comes down to whether you want the creamy salsa verde Suizas or the guajillo and ranchera red chile Rancheras today. Both are on the menu at the same price, so it is a straightforward pick between the green salsa verde plate and the red chile plate on braised beef.
If you cannot decide, order one of each and split them at the table so you get both on a single visit. If you would rather try something different, our Three Shrimp Enchiladas are also available, though they are not part of this Suizas versus Rancheras comparison.
Order Suizas or Rancheras at El Patron
You can order both the Suizas and the Rancheras at El Patron Mexican Restaurant in Orlando, using the restaurant's listed online ordering option. We are located at 12167 S Apopka Vineland Rd., Orlando, FL 32836, and open daily from 11:00 to 22:00. Call us at (407) 238-5300 with any questions about your order.
FAQ
Q: What style are the Suizas?
A: The Suizas are a creamy salsa verde style enchilada.
Q: What is on the Rancheras?
A: The Rancheras use a guajillo and ranchera red chile sauce on braised beef.
Q: How much do they cost?
A: Both are $21 for three enchiladas or $17 for a two-count at El Patron.
Q: Is there another enchilada option?
A: Yes, shrimp enchiladas are also available if you want a different choice.
Latest Updates
Both the Suizas and Rancheras enchiladas are currently live on the menu at the prices listed above. Enmoladas are no longer available and are not part of the current lineup.
References
El Patron Mexican Restaurant, 12167 S Apopka Vineland Rd., Orlando, FL 32836, (407) 238-5300, open daily 11:00 to 22:00. Browse the full El Patron menu for more options.