Description
Mexican-inspired Crunchwrap Supreme delivers a flavor-packed portable meal with crispy tortillas, seasoned beef, and creamy sauces. Layered ingredients create a handheld delight perfect for quick dinners you can enjoy anytime.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) ground beef, lean
- 1 packet (28 g) taco seasoning mix
- 4 tbsps vegetable oil, for cooking
- 4 large (12-inch) flour tortillas
- 4 tostada shells
- 1 cup (240 ml) nacho cheese sauce, warmed
- 1 cup (240 ml) Mexican cheese blend, shredded
- 1 cup (240 ml) lettuce, shredded
- 1 cup (240 ml) tomatoes, diced
- ½ cup (120 ml) sour cream
Instructions
- Meat Preparation: Sizzle ground beef in a skillet until browned, draining excess fat. Incorporate taco seasoning and water, simmering until the mixture condenses and develops intense flavors.
- Tortilla Foundation: Warm flour tortillas until pliable. Spread nacho cheese sauce across the tortilla’s center, creating a flavorful base for the Crunchwrap.
- Layering Structure: Position a tostada shell atop the cheese and seasoned beef. Apply a smooth sour cream layer, then generously top with crisp lettuce, diced tomatoes, and Mexican cheese blend.
- Folding Technique: Carefully pull tortilla edges toward the center, creating overlapping pleats that completely seal the filling. Ensure a secure, compact package.
- Cooking Process: Place the wrapped Crunchwrap seam-side down in a lightly oiled skillet. Sear until each side turns golden brown and develops a satisfying crunch, approximately 2-3 minutes per side.
- Serving: Remove from heat and let rest briefly. Slice diagonally to showcase the layers, serving immediately while warm and at peak texture and flavor.
Notes
- Beef Browning Technique: Drain excess fat thoroughly to prevent soggy wraps and ensure a crisp, clean meat texture without greasiness.
- Tortilla Flexibility Trick: Warm tortillas briefly on a skillet or in the microwave to prevent cracking during the folding process, making them more pliable and easier to wrap.
- Sealing Perfection: Press the folded edges firmly and cook seam-side down first to create a tight seal that prevents filling from spilling out during cooking.
- Temperature Control: Use medium-low heat when searing to achieve a golden-brown exterior without burning the tortilla, ensuring a crunchy yet evenly cooked Crunchwrap.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 1040 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg