Description
Craving Taco Bell’s meximelts brings Mexican-inspired comfort straight to home kitchens. Melted cheese, seasoned beef, and warm tortillas combine for a quick, satisfying meal that delights taste buds and saves dining out expenses.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, freshly gated
- 6 large flour tortillas
Vegetables and Seasonings:
- 4 medium Roma tomatoes, seeded and diced
- 1/2 cup finely chopped white onion
- 1 small jalapeno, seeded and membranes removed
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning (1 1-ounce packet)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons cilantro leaves, chopped
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup water
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Sizzle ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it into fine crumbles until completely browned and no pink remains. Drain excess fat thoroughly.
- Pour water and taco seasoning into the skillet, using a potato masher to further break down the meat. Simmer for 10 minutes until the mixture develops a rich, saucy consistency, then remove from heat.
- Softly envelop tortillas in a clean kitchen towel and microwave for 20 seconds to create pliable wrappers.
- Combine fresh ingredients for pico de gallo in a medium bowl, mixing gently to distribute flavors evenly.
- Position tortilla on a flat surface, layer seasoned meat down the center, then top with vibrant pico de gallo and shredded cheese.
- Carefully fold tortilla sides inward, rolling into a compact bundle resembling a burrito.
- Wrap each Meximelt in a paper towel and microwave for 15-20 seconds at high temperature to ensure melted, gooey cheese.
- Plate immediately and serve hot for maximum flavor and texture enjoyment.
Notes
- Choose lean ground beef to reduce excess grease and create a healthier version of the dish.
- Customize seasoning by using homemade taco mix for better control over salt and spice levels.
- Consider using low-fat cheese or plant-based alternatives for dietary restrictions.
- Prep pico de gallo ahead of time to enhance flavor development and save cooking time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg