Description
Mexican-inspired cheesy ground beef delight wrap with creamy sauce promises a flavor explosion that transports taste buds to culinary paradise. Crisp tortillas embrace savory seasoned beef, melted cheese, and silky sauce, delivering a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb (453 g) ground beef
- 1 cup (113 g) shredded cheddar cheese
Aromatics and Spices:
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Wrap and Sauce Components:
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) sour cream
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) hot sauce (optional)
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lime juice
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Sizzle ground beef in a skillet with olive oil, introducing minced onions and garlic. Crumble the meat thoroughly, allowing it to brown and develop rich caramelized edges while eliminating excess grease.
- Infuse the meat with a vibrant spice blend, incorporating chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir continuously to ensure even distribution and allow spices to bloom intensely for maximum flavor penetration.
- Craft a luxurious sauce by whisking together tangy sour cream, creamy mayonnaise, zesty hot sauce, and fresh lime juice. Balance the mixture with subtle seasoning to create a harmonious condiment.
- Warm tortillas gently to enhance pliability, then create a delectable base by spreading the expertly seasoned beef mixture across the surface. Generously cascade shredded cheddar cheese to provide a melting, gooey texture.
- Execute a precise wrapping technique by tucking in tortilla edges, then rolling tightly to seal in all ingredients. Finish by drizzling the prepared creamy sauce over the top, creating an appetizing presentation.
Notes
- Drain beef thoroughly to prevent soggy wraps and ensure a crispy texture.
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a lighter, healthier alternative that maintains the dish’s robust flavor profile.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like pepper jack or Mexican blend to add exciting taste dimensions and personalize the wrap.
- Allow beef mixture to cool slightly before wrapping to prevent tortilla from becoming soft and improve overall structural integrity of the wrap.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 602
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 755 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg