Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450g) ground beef (preferably grass-fed or organic for the best flavour)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch size works best for folding)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup crushed tortilla chips or corn chips (for that delightful crunch)
- 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup pickles, sliced thinly (optional but recommended)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (you can swap for Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- Butter or oil for frying
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks.
- Once the beef begins to brown, sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine and cook until the beef is fully browned and fragrant, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
- In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard to create a tangy sauce. Set aside.
- Warm your flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for about 20 seconds to make them pliable. This helps when folding later on.
- Lay a tortilla flat on your work surface. In the center, spoon a generous amount of the cooked beef mixture.
- Sprinkle a good handful of shredded cheddar cheese over the beef while it’s still warm, so it begins to melt.
- Add a layer of crushed tortilla chips on top of the cheese. This is the secret to that irresistible crunch that makes this wrap stand out — I first discovered this trick from a cheeky snack my mum used to make when we were kids.
- Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomato, chopped red onions, and pickles if using.
- Add a drizzle of the tangy sauce over the top.
- Carefully fold the tortilla edges up and over the filling, creating a tight, wrapped parcel. If you struggle with folding, use a toothpick to secure the edges temporarily.
- Heat a tablespoon of butter or oil in a clean skillet over medium heat. Place the wrap seam-side down first, pressing gently with a spatula.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese inside is melted.
- Remove from heat, let it rest for a minute, then slice in half and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
