Chef Ed Recipe – Mexican-Style Beef & Cheese Tortilla Wraps
Savory ground beef, melty cheddar, and fresh toppings wrapped in a warm flour tortilla—simple, bold, and satisfying.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 large wraps

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 preferred for flavor)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chili powderMexican tortilla wrap, ground beef, cheddar cheese, Chef Ed, beef tortilla recipe, cheesy wraps, burrito style, flour tortilla, Tex-Mex recipe, easy dinner, comfort food, homemade wrap, avocado wrap, taco night, savory beef, garlic and onion, taco seasoning, fresh tomatoes, burrito filling, family meal, quick Mexican food, street food style, lettuce wrap, flavorful beef, homemade Tex-Mex, cumin and paprika, zesty beef, warm tortilla, melted cheese, loaded wrap, meal prep idea, lunch wrap, food truck favorite, cilantro lime, beef and cheese, spicy wrap, cheesy beef roll, sour cream topping, avocado slices, delicious tortilla, kitchen fiesta, Chef Ed’s favorite, authentic flavors, crunchy lettuce, zesty lime
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup beef broth or water
  • 1/2 cup red wine
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup chopped fresh tomatoes
  • 1 avocado, sliced, 1 cup cream for topping (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/2 cup shredded lettuce

Instructions:

  1. Cook the Beef:Mexican tortilla wrap, ground beef, cheddar cheese, Chef Ed, beef tortilla recipe, cheesy wraps, burrito style, flour tortilla, Tex-Mex recipe, easy dinner, comfort food, homemade wrap, avocado wrap, taco night, savory beef, garlic and onion, taco seasoning, fresh tomatoes, burrito filling, family meal, quick Mexican food, street food style, lettuce wrap, flavorful beef, homemade Tex-Mex, cumin and paprika, zesty beef, warm tortilla, melted cheese, loaded wrap, meal prep idea, lunch wrap, food truck favorite, cilantro lime, beef and cheese, spicy wrap, cheesy beef roll, sour cream topping, avocado slices, delicious tortilla, kitchen fiesta, Chef Ed’s favorite, authentic flavors, crunchy lettuce, zesty lime
    Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until soft (about 3 minutes). Stir in garlic and cook 1 minute more.
  2. Add Ground Beef:
    Add beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula. Drain excess fat.
  3. Season the Meat:
    Add chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir in tomato paste, red wine and beef broth. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until thickened and flavorful.
  4. Warm the Tortillas:
    Heat tortillas in a dry pan or microwave until soft and flexible.
  5. Assemble the Wraps:
    Spoon beef onto the center of each tortilla. Top with cheddar cheese, chopped tomatoes, avocado slices, sour cream, lettuce, and cilantro.
  6. Fold and Serve:
    Fold the bottom of the tortilla up, then roll the sides inward to form a burrito-style wrap. Serve with lime wedges.

 

Chef Ed Tips:

  • Add pickled jalapeños or chipotle sauce for heat.Mexican tortilla wrap, ground beef, cheddar cheese, Chef Ed, beef tortilla recipe, cheesy wraps, burrito style, flour tortilla, Tex-Mex recipe, easy dinner, comfort food, homemade wrap, avocado wrap, taco night, savory beef, garlic and onion, taco seasoning, fresh tomatoes, burrito filling, family meal, quick Mexican food, street food style, lettuce wrap, flavorful beef, homemade Tex-Mex, cumin and paprika, zesty beef, warm tortilla, melted cheese, loaded wrap, meal prep idea, lunch wrap, food truck favorite, cilantro lime, beef and cheese, spicy wrap, cheesy beef roll, sour cream topping, avocado slices, delicious tortilla, kitchen fiesta, Chef Ed’s favorite, authentic flavors, crunchy lettuce, zesty lime
  • Swap sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • Throw these on a panini press for a crispy exterior.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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