These savory tortilla rolls are filled with a flavorful ground meat mixture and plenty of melted cheese, then baked until golden brown. They’re a fun and easy appetizer or main course that’s perfect for sharing.
Ingredients:
- 8 large flour tortillas (about 10-inch diameter)
- 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (or parsley)
- Olive oil (for brushing)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Filling:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef (or ground turkey), breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
- Add the chopped onion and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, green chilies (if using), chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheese and chopped cilantro (or parsley).
- Assemble the Tortilla Rolls:
- Lay a tortilla flat on a clean surface.
- Spread about 1/2 cup of the meat filling evenly over the tortilla, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Roll the tortilla up tightly, starting from one edge.
- Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
- Bake the Tortilla Rolls:
- Brush a baking dish (9×13 inch) with olive oil.
- Place the tortilla rolls seam-down in the baking dish.
- Brush the tops of the rolls with olive oil.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Let the rolls cool slightly before slicing and serving.
- Garnish with extra chopped cilantro (or parsley), if desired.
Tips and Notes:
- Meat Variations: You can use ground chicken, pork, or sausage instead of ground beef.
- Vegetable Add-ins: You can add other vegetables to the filling, such as bell peppers, corn, or black beans.
- Cheese Variations: Feel free to use other cheeses like pepper jack, Monterey Jack, or a blend of cheeses.
- Spice It Up: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the filling for a spicy kick.
- Make Ahead: You can prepare the filling ahead of time and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before assembling the rolls.
- Freezing: You can freeze the assembled rolls before baking. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before baking.
Enjoy your delicious Cheesy Ground Meat Tortilla Rolls!