Yield: 4 servings
Taco Bell Meximelt
This copycat Taco Bell Meximelt recipe is better than the real deal with lots of smokey beef, melty cheddar, and fresh veggies.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- ¼ cup water, or beef broth
- 4 burrito size flour tortillas
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- ½ cup finely chopped white onion
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, or Mexican blend cheese
- Hot sauce, or salsa, optional topping
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Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef, with the taco seasoning and water until the meat is no longer pink. Breaking the meat apart as it cooks.
- Combine the tomato, onion, cilantro and salt together in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Wrap the tortillas in a damp paper towel and warm in the microwave for 30 seconds.
- Put a fourth of the meat down the middle of a tortilla, then top with the tomato mixture. Add a ¼ cup of shredded cheese.
- Fold in the sides, then roll up the tortilla into a burrito.Continue making the remaining 3 burritos.
- Heat the burritos in the microwave for 2 minutes, or in a skillet over medium heat, turning to heat all sides.
- Serve immediately, with your favorite salsa or hot sauce, if desired.
Notes
Store: Wrap tightly with plastic wrap or foil and then place it in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Reheat: Pop it into the microwave for up to a minute or until warm. You can also do it in a skillet (covered) over medium heat for 7 to 8 minutes.
Swap The Protein: Use this crockpot chicken taco meat, ground turkey, or pork for this recipe instead of beef. Or for a more authentic flavor, try this spicy taco meat or carne molida!
Spicy: Finely chop 1/4 small serrano or jalapeño chili and mix it into the filling for some heat. Feel free to use canned chilis.
More Fillings: 2 to 3 tablespoons guacamole, refried beans or Mexican rice will make for heartier burritos that will leave you full for hours.
Use Leftovers: Mix 1/2 cup diced bell peppers, mushrooms, corn, carrots, or leftover veggies to reduce waste and add even more flavor.
Make It Breakfast: Add 3 scrambled eggs into the filling for a wholesome breakfast bite.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 burrito, Calories: 427kcal, Carbohydrates: 6g, Protein: 27g, Fat: 32g, Saturated Fat: 14g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 12g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 109mg, Sodium: 522mg, Potassium: 472mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 3g, Vitamin A: 484IU, Vitamin C: 8mg, Calcium: 245mg, Iron: 3mg