🌯 Tortilla Wraps with Ground Beef
These wraps are hearty, flavorful, and super customizable — perfect for quick dinners or meal prep.
🧾 Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the Beef Filling:
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp tomato sauce or salsa
- 1 tbsp oil (if needed)
For the Wraps:
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- Sour cream or yogurt (optional)
- Salsa or hot sauce (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Beef
- Heat a pan over medium heat.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Add onion and garlic; cook until soft.
- Stir in spices, salt, pepper, and tomato sauce.
- Simmer 3–5 minutes. Remove from heat.
2️⃣ Warm the Tortillas
Warm in a dry pan for 20–30 seconds per side or microwave briefly so they’re soft and pliable.
3️⃣ Assemble the Wraps
- Place beef mixture in the center.
- Add lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and sauces.
- Fold bottom up, then fold sides in, and roll tightly.
🔥 Optional: Toasted Wrap
Place seam-side down in a hot pan for 1–2 minutes per side until golden and slightly crispy.
💡 Flavor Variations
- Add black beans or corn for a Tex-Mex twist.
- Mix taco seasoning for extra spice.
- Add avocado or guacamole for creaminess.
- Use whole wheat or spinach tortillas for variety.
If you want, I can also give you:
- A low-carb version
- A meal-prep friendly version
- Or a cheesy baked beef wrap casserole version
