When you’re craving something hearty, cheesy, and packed with flavor, this Simple and Quick Tortilla Recipe delivers every time. It combines well-seasoned ground beef, herbs, onions, and melted cheese pressed into soft tortillas and pan-fried until golden and crispy. It’s a recipe that balances the comforting feel of homemade cooking with the indulgent taste of street food. In less than 30 minutes, you can serve up a meal that feels special but is easy enough for even the busiest weekday evenings. Whether enjoyed as a snack, a quick dinner, or even a party favorite, these tortillas have a way of pleasing everyone at the table.
Full Recipe
Ingredients
14 oz (400 g) ground beef
1 egg
½ tsp salt
½ tsp minced dry garlic
½ tsp paprika
Black pepper, to taste
2 oz (50 g) onion, finely chopped
2 oz (50 g) spring onions, chopped
1 oz (25 g) parsley, chopped
5 tortillas, 8-inch (20 cm) in diameter
7 oz (200 g) cheese, grated (cheddar, mozzarella, or mix)
Vegetable oil, for frying
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Cooking Directions
Crack the egg into a mixing bowl and add the ground beef, salt, paprika, minced dry garlic, and black pepper. Mix well until the seasoning is evenly combined.
Finely chop the onion, spring onions, and parsley, then stir them into the meat mixture. This adds both freshness and a subtle crunch.
Lay the tortillas flat on a work surface. Evenly spread a thin layer of the meat mixture across the surface of each tortilla, pressing down lightly so it sticks.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and drizzle with vegetable oil. Place one tortilla into the pan, meat side down.
Cook for about 5 minutes, until the beef layer is cooked through and nicely browned.
Brush or drizzle a little oil on the top of the tortilla before flipping. Cook the tortilla on the second side for about 2 minutes.
Sprinkle cheese over half of the tortilla, then fold it in half to sandwich the filling. Press gently with a spatula to help the cheese melt.
Continue cooking for another 5 minutes until the outside is golden and the cheese is gooey.
Remove from the pan, slice into wedges, and serve warm.
Nutritional Information (per tortilla, approximate)
Calories: 380 kcal
Protein: 22 g
Fat: 18 g
Carbohydrates: 28 g
Fiber: 3 g
Sodium: 620 mg
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
You’ll fall in love with this tortilla recipe because it’s the kind of food that feels like comfort in every bite. It’s fast enough to make on a busy night but flavorful enough that it feels indulgent. The combination of seasoned beef, melted cheese, and golden tortillas gives you the satisfaction of eating street food but with the bonus of being homemade. It’s customizable, kid-friendly, and budget-friendly. Plus, you can scale it up easily when you’re hosting friends or family.
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