Here’s a simple and flavorful Tortilla Wraps with Ground Beef recipe that’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or a quick snack.
Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the filling:
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ cup tomato sauce or salsa
- ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
For assembling:
- 4–6 large flour tortillas
- Lettuce leaves, washed and chopped
- Sliced tomatoes
- Sliced avocado or guacamole (optional)
- Sour cream or plain yogurt (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the beef filling:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add onions and garlic; sauté until soft and fragrant.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula.
- Stir in chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Mix in tomato sauce or salsa and let simmer 5–7 minutes until thickened.
- Stir in shredded cheese until melted. Remove from heat.
- Prepare the tortillas:
- Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for a few seconds until soft and pliable.
- Assemble the wraps:
- Lay a tortilla flat. Add a layer of lettuce, beef mixture, tomato slices, avocado/guacamole, and a dollop of sour cream.
- Fold the sides over, then roll tightly from the bottom.
- Serve:
- Slice in half and serve warm.
💡 Tips:
- Add jalapeños or hot sauce if you like extra spice.
- You can swap beef for ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- These wraps can be made ahead and wrapped tightly in foil for lunch on the go.
If you want, I can also give a baked version with melted cheese on top that’s extra indulgent. Do you want me to make that?
