Tortilla Wraps with Ground Beef

Crunchy Beef & Cheese Folded Wraps

• Prep time: 10 minutes
• Cook time: 8 minutes
• Yields: 4 wraps

Ingredients

• The Fillings:
  • 4 large burrito-size flour tortillas
  • 1/2 lb (225g) lean ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning (or 1 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, garlic powder, salt)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes or salsa
  • 2 tbsp sour cream or chipotle mayo
• The Finish:
  • 1 tbsp butter or a light mist of cooking spray for the skillet

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cook the Beef: In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef thoroughly. Stir in your taco seasoning and 2 tablespoons of water, cooking until fragrant and fully absorbed (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat.
2. The “Four-Way” Fold Technique: Take a flour tortilla and make one straight cut from the center straight down to the bottom edge (imagine cutting halfway across a circle).
3. Layer the Quarters: Mentally divide your tortilla into four quadrants:
   • Bottom Left: Spoon your seasoned ground beef.
   • Top Left: Add your shredded cheese so it melts against the warm beef.
   • Top Right: Add fresh veggies (lettuce, tomatoes).
   • Bottom Right: Spread a dollop of sour cream or chipotle sauce.
4. Fold It Up: Starting from the bottom-left cut edge, fold that section up over the top-left quadrant. Then fold that entire double-layer to the right over the top-right quadrant, and finally fold down over the bottom-right quadrant. You will end up with a neat, compact triangular pocket containing all your layers!
5. Crisp to Perfection: Heat a skillet over medium heat with a touch of butter or cooking spray. Place the folded wraps seam-side down and press gently with a spatula. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until the tortilla is golden-brown and crispy, and the cheese inside is melted and gooey.