Make the signature hexagonal, layered taco wrap at home using this recipe that replicates the authentic flavor and texture of the fast-food favorite.
Author:Ahazzam
Prep Time:15 min
Cook Time:15 min
Total Time:30 min
Yield:4 servings
Category:Dinner
Method:Skillet Cooking
Cuisine:Tex-Mex
Diet:Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound ground beef
1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning mix
1/2 cup water
8 large flour tortillas (10-inch size)
8 small flour tortillas (6-inch size)
1 cup nacho cheese sauce
1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
8 tostada shells (crispy corn shells)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
Stir in the taco seasoning mix and water. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid reduces. Set aside.
Heat the vegetable oil in a clean, dry skillet over medium heat. Place one large tortilla in the skillet.
Layer the ingredients onto the center of the large tortilla, leaving a 2-inch border clear around the edge. Layering order: 1/4 cup seasoned beef, 2 tablespoons nacho cheese sauce, 1 tostada shell, 1 tablespoon sour cream, 2 tablespoons lettuce, 1 tablespoon diced tomatoes.
Place one small tortilla directly over the filling.
Fold the edges of the large tortilla up and over the small tortilla, overlapping the edges to create a hexagonal shape. Press the seams together firmly to seal.
Place the wrapped seam-side down in the hot skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and sealed.
Carefully flip the wrap and cook the other side for 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown and heated through.
Repeat the process for the remaining wraps. Slice in half before serving.
Notes
For extra crispiness, lightly toast the tostada shells in a 350 degree oven for 5 minutes before assembling.
If you do not have tostada shells, you can substitute with a layer of crushed tortilla chips placed directly on the large tortilla before adding the beef.
To keep the wrap from getting soggy, assemble and cook immediately; do not prepare ahead of time.