Description
Mexican-inspired beef tortilla wraps celebrate rich, spicy flavors with tender seasoned meat nestled in warm tortillas. Home cooks can quickly craft these delicious handheld meals packed with zesty ingredients and quick satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 0.9 pounds (14.4 ounces) ground beef
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Other Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
- 3/4 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/3 cup ranch dressing
- 1 small red onion
- 4 tablespoons corn
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, grated
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, thoroughly combine ground beef with a blend of aromatic spices, ensuring even distribution of flavors.
- Warm oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sauté the seasoned beef, breaking it into crumbly pieces, and cook until completely browned and no pink remains.
- Prepare the tortilla by making a precise cut from the center to the bottom edge, which will allow for strategic folding and filling.
- Layer ingredients strategically across the quartered tortilla: spread crisp lettuce and juicy tomatoes in the bottom left quadrant, drizzle ranch dressing with sweet corn and diced onions in the top left, sprinkle shredded cheese and seasoned beef in the top right, and add an additional cheese layer in the bottom right.
- Execute a precise folding technique: lift the bottom left section upward, then fold over toward the top, creating a compact triangular shape that securely contains all ingredients.
- Place the folded wrap in a clean skillet or pan with residual beef drippings, grilling for 2-3 minutes on each side until the exterior develops a golden, crispy texture and the cheese melts slightly.
Notes
- Spice Customization: Experiment with different spice blends like chili powder, cumin, or smoked paprika to elevate the beef’s flavor profile.
- Dietary Adaptations: Swap ground beef with plant-based crumbles or grilled tofu for vegetarian options, ensuring equal protein content.
- Tortilla Hack: Use whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas to accommodate different dietary needs without compromising the wrap’s texture.
- Cooking Precision: Ensure beef is fully browned with no pink center, maintaining food safety while preserving meat’s juicy tenderness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg