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.
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.
- 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.
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 for lunch and dinner. Call us at (407) 238-5300 with any questions about your order.
FAQ
Q: What style are the Suizas?
A: Our Enchiladas Suizas are a creamy salsa verde style enchilada. The salsa verde is what gives them their creamy green character, which makes them the green plate on the El Patron menu. If you are in the mood for a green sauce rather than a red chile sauce, order the Suizas.
Q: What is on the Rancheras?
A: Our Enchiladas Rancheras are the red chile plate on our menu. They carry a guajillo and ranchera red chile sauce and are served on braised beef. If you prefer red chile over the creamy salsa verde of the Suizas, the Rancheras are the enchilada to order on your visit.
Q: Is there another enchilada option?
A: Yes. Our Three Shrimp Enchiladas are on the menu if you would rather try something different from the Suizas and Rancheras. Still torn between the creamy salsa verde Suizas and the red chile Rancheras? Order one of each and split them at the table, so you get both plates in a single visit.
References
El Patron Mexican Restaurant, 12167 S Apopka Vineland Rd., Orlando, FL 32836, (407) 238-5300, open daily for lunch and dinner. Browse the full El Patron menu for more options.