Cheesy Beef Pockets (Print Version)
Crispy tortilla pockets stuffed with cheesy beef, pepper blend, and savory spices. Melty and satisfying.
# Ingredients:
→ Beef Filling
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450 g ground beef, 80% lean, 20% fat
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1 medium onion, finely diced
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1 tablespoon fresh garlic, minced
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1 cup bell pepper, chopped
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1–2 serrano peppers, chopped (optional)
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3 tablespoons tomato paste
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Salt, to taste
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika powder
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0.5 teaspoon chili powder
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1 teaspoon red chili flakes
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1 teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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180 ml water
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2 tablespoons oil
→ Assembly
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4 large flour tortillas, cut in half
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3 tablespoons garlic butter
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1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
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1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
# Instructions:
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In a large pan over medium heat, add oil. Once hot, add diced onions and minced garlic. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until onions are translucent.
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Add ground beef to the pan. Cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring, until the meat browns and breaks apart.
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Season with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, red chili flakes, and ground cumin. Stir well to coat the beef in spices.
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Add tomato paste. Cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently, allowing the paste to integrate with the beef mixture.
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Pour in water. Simmer uncovered on medium heat for 8–10 minutes until the beef is fully cooked, and most liquid has evaporated.
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Add chopped bell peppers and optional serrano peppers. Sauté for an additional 2–3 minutes until just softened. Remove from heat and set filling aside.
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Preheat oven to 200°C.
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Cut tortillas in half. Place shredded mozzarella in the center of each half. Add 2–3 tablespoons of beef filling over the cheese. Fold and seal each tortilla half into a triangular pocket.
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Generously grease a round baking dish with garlic butter. Arrange filled tortilla pockets in the dish. Brush surface with more butter, then top with mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
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Transfer the dish to the oven and bake for 15–20 minutes, until the cheese is bubbling and golden.
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Allow to cool briefly. Serve warm, garnished as desired.
# Notes:
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Ensure the beef mixture is not overly wet before filling the tortillas to prevent sogginess during baking.