Golden Beef and Cheese Tortilla Folds
Crispy tortillas filled with seasoned beef and melted cheese.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 4–6 wraps
📝 Ingredients
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6 medium or large flour tortillas
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450 g (1 lb) lean ground beef
(or ground chicken or turkey) -
1 small onion, finely diced
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2 cups shredded cheese
(cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend) -
½ cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
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½ cup salsa (mild or medium)
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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1–2 tablespoons oil or butter (for cooking)
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Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Beef
Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
Add ground beef and diced onion.
Cook until beef is fully browned and onion is soft.
Drain excess fat if needed.
2️⃣ Season the Filling
Reduce heat to low.
Add:
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Garlic powder
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Onion powder
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Smoked paprika
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Salsa
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Sour cream (or yogurt)
Stir until the mixture is evenly combined and creamy.
Remove from heat and set aside.
3️⃣ Assemble the Wraps
Lay one tortilla flat.
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Sprinkle shredded cheese in the center.
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Add a generous spoonful of beef mixture.
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Sprinkle a small amount of cheese on top (helps seal the wrap).
4️⃣ Fold into Pockets
Fold the bottom of the tortilla up over the filling.
Fold the sides inward.
Fold the top down to form a sealed rectangular pocket.
5️⃣ Toast Until Golden
Stovetop Method:
Heat a lightly oiled pan over medium heat.
Place wraps seam-side down.
Cook 2–3 minutes per side until golden and cheese is melted.
Oven Method:
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
Place wraps on a lined baking tray.
Bake for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
6️⃣ Serve
Remove from heat and let rest for 1–2 minutes.
Sprinkle with chopped parsley or cilantro if desired.
Serve warm.
🧊 Storage
Store cooked wraps in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat in a pan or oven until warm and crisp.