Description
Mexican-inspired cheesy beefy roll-ups deliver a flavor explosion of seasoned ground beef and melted cheese wrapped in warm tortillas. Packed with zest and comfort, these roll-ups promise to satisfy hungry diners craving a quick and delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins and Cheese:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack or mozzarella cheese
- Sour cream
Vegetables and Seasonings:
- ½ cup onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
Homemade Taco Seasoning (if not using packet):
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Additional Ingredients:
- ½ cup salsa or Rotel tomatoes
- 8 small flour tortillas (soft taco size)
- 2 tablespoons butter or oil (for brushing/baking or frying)
- Queso dip
- Chopped cilantro or green onions (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium flame and sauté ground beef with diced onions until meat is thoroughly cooked and golden brown.
- Eliminate excess fat by carefully draining the skillet, preserving the meat and onion mixture.
- Incorporate minced garlic, zesty taco seasoning, and vibrant salsa (or diced Rotel tomatoes) into the beef blend, stirring to distribute flavors evenly.
- Allow the mixture to gently simmer for approximately 2-3 minutes, letting the ingredients meld and intensify their taste profile.
- Remove skillet from heat and swiftly fold in a medley of shredded cheeses, ensuring a thorough and uniform coating of the beef mixture.
- The resulting concoction will create a rich, creamy, and flavor-packed filling ready for further culinary preparation.
Notes
- Customize the spice level by choosing mild or hot taco seasoning and salsa to match your preferred heat intensity.
- Replace ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a lighter protein option that works great for health-conscious diners.
- Pre-shred cheese at home for better melting and smoother texture, avoiding anti-caking agents found in pre-packaged shredded cheese.
- Use fresh tortillas and warm them slightly before filling to prevent cracking and make rolling easier, ensuring a perfect seal for your roll-ups.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg