Description
These Nachos Beef Folded Wraps combine seasoned ground beef, melted cheeses, fresh vegetables, and crispy tortilla chips wrapped in a warm flour tortilla, then pan-fried to a golden, crispy finish. Perfect for a flavorful and satisfying Mexican-American main course that’s easy to make on the stovetop.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Seasoning
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
Wrap and Cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas (burrito size)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup nacho cheese sauce (warmed)
Vegetables and Toppings
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sliced jalapeños (optional)
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup crushed tortilla chips
Cooking
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the ground beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain excess grease if necessary to avoid greasiness.
- Simmer with seasoning: Stir in the taco seasoning packet and 1/2 cup water. Let it simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the mixture to thicken and fully absorb the flavors.
- Warm the tortillas: Heat the flour tortillas slightly to make them soft and pliable, which will prevent cracking when folding.
- Assemble the wraps: Place each tortilla flat and layer in the center with a spoonful of warmed nacho cheese sauce, a portion of the cooked ground beef, shredded cheddar cheese, crushed tortilla chips, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, jalapeños if using, and a dollop of sour cream.
- Fold the wraps: Fold the bottom of the tortilla up over the fillings, then fold the sides inward, continuing to fold until the wrap is fully enclosed in a neat hexagon shape to hold all the ingredients securely inside.
- Pan-fry the wraps: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place each wrapped fold seam-side down in the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until each side is golden brown and crispy, ensuring a crunchy exterior and warm interior.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve the nacho beef folded wraps warm, perfect for a hearty meal or snack.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken in place of ground beef for a lighter option.
- For additional crunch, toast the tortilla before folding the wrap.
- Add guacamole or refried beans inside the wrap to enhance flavor and texture.
