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Cheesy Beef Fiesta Wraps – A Flavorful and Satisfying Meal


  • Author: isabil
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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For the Beef Filling:

  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 recommended)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp taco seasoning
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ cup salsa or diced tomatoes
  • ¼ cup water

For the Wraps:

  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup diced tomatoes
  • ½ cup shredded lettuce
  • ¼ cup sliced jalapeños (optional)
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Beef Filling

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onions and cook until softened.
  3. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
  5. Drain any excess grease.
  6. Stir in taco seasoning, salt, black pepper, salsa, and water.
  7. Simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 2: Prepare the Wraps

  1. Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds per side.
  2. Sprinkle cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese evenly over each tortilla.
  3. Spoon the seasoned beef mixture onto the tortillas.

Step 3: Assemble and Fold

  1. Add sour cream, diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, jalapeños, and fresh cilantro.
  2. Fold the tortillas tightly into a burrito-style wrap.

Step 4: Toast the Wraps (Optional for Extra Crispiness)

  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and place the wrap seam-side down.
  2. Toast for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.

Step 5: Serve and Enjoy

  1. Slice the wraps in half and serve with lime wedges and extra salsa.
  2. Enjoy immediately while warm and melty.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated cheese for the best melt and texture.
  • Warm tortillas before assembling to prevent cracking.
  • Drain excess fat from the beef to avoid soggy wraps.
  • Add fresh lime juice for a burst of zesty flavor.
  • Double the batch and freeze extras for quick meals.
  • Prep Time: 10minutes
  • Cook Time: 15minutes