Crispy Ground Beef and Cheese Tortilla Rolls

Ingredients

• 1 poundGround beef
• 8 piecesSmall flour tortillas
• 1.5 cupsShredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 mediumOnion, finely chopped
• 2 clovesGarlic, minced
• 2 tablespoonsTaco seasoning
• 2 tablespoonsOlive oil
• 0.5 teaspoonSalt
• 0.3 teaspoonBlack pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, chopped onion, salt, and pepper. Cook, breaking up the beef with a spoon, until browned and the onion is softened, about 7-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

   ⏱ 8 min
2. 2

   Stir in the minced garlic and taco seasoning with the cooked beef. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

   ⏱ 2 min
3. 3

   Transfer the seasoned ground beef mixture to a bowl. Let it cool slightly for a few minutes. Once slightly cooled, stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.

   ⏱ 5 min
4. 4

   Lay out each tortilla. Place about 2-3 tablespoons of the beef and cheese mixture in a line across the center of each tortilla. Roll the tortilla up tightly, tucking in the sides as you go, to create a compact roll. Repeat for all tortillas.

   ⏱ 5 min
5. 5

   Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in the same skillet over medium heat. Place the tortilla rolls seam-side down in the hot skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, rotating until all sides are golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is fully melted. You may need to cook in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.

   ⏱ 10 min
6. 6

   Remove the crispy rolls from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings like salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.