Taco Bell-Style Crunchwrap
This nourishing version replaces inflammatory seed oils and industrial preservatives with pasture-raised protein and artisan textures to fuel your body without the hidden additives.
- Cuisine Mexican
- Course Main
- Prep 15 min
- Cook 10 min
- Serves 2
Ingredients
- 2 large organic flour tortillas
- 1 cup crushed organic roasted corn chips (seed-oil free)
- 1/2 lb organic grass-fed ground beef
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 cup diced organic onions
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1/2 cup shredded organic grass-fed cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped organic romaine lettuce
- 1/4 cup chunky salsa
- 1/4 cup whipped avocado lime crema (mashed avocado, lime juice, pinch of sea salt)
Clean swaps
How we upgrade the restaurant version with better ingredients.
- Canola or Soybean oil (standard restaurant sauté) → Avocado oil — Eliminates inflammatory industrial seed oils.
- Processed taco shells/chips with preservatives → Organic roasted corn chips — Avoids chemical preservatives and hidden vegetable oils.
- Reduced-fat sour cream (contains emulsifiers) → Avocado lime crema — Provides healthy fats without industrial thickeners or stabilizers.
Instructions
- Heat a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat and add the avocado oil.
- Sauté the diced onions until translucent, then add the ground beef and spices.
- Cook the meat until browned thoroughly, breaking it apart with a spatula; drain any excess liquid.
- Lay one tortilla flat on a workspace; spread the seasoned meat mixture over one half of the tortilla.
- Top the meat with the shredded cheese, romaine lettuce, salsa, and crushed corn chips.
- Place the second tortilla on top, covering the entire filling surface.
- Fold the bottom edges of the top tortilla inward to create a sealed pocket shape.
- Sear in the skillet for 2-3 minutes per side until the exterior is golden brown and crisp.
FAQ
How do I keep the corn chips from getting soggy?
Apply a thin layer of the avocado lime crema directly over the crushed chips before placing the top tortilla; this acts as a moisture barrier.
Can I make this vegan?
Yes, substitute the grass-fed beef with crumbled organic tempeh or black beans and use a cashew-based cream instead of avocado.
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