Crispy Beef Pockets

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 yellow onion (diced)
• 4 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tbsp cumin
• 2 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 0.5 cup beef broth
• 0.5 cup red bell pepper (diced)
• 0.5 cup green bell pepper (diced)
• 0.5 cup corn
• 4 burrito-size flour tortillas
• 1.5 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
• 3 tbsp butter (melted)
• 2 garlic cloves (minced, for garlic butter)
• 1 tsp dried parsley

Steps

1. 1

   In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the diced yellow onion, minced garlic cloves, and ground beef together until the beef is fully browned and the onions are translucent.

2. 2

   Add the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to coat the meat evenly in the spices.

3. 3

   Stir in the tomato paste, beef broth, diced red and green bell peppers, and corn. Mix everything together and let it simmer for a few minutes until the liquid has reduced and the peppers have softened slightly.

4. 4

   Prepare the tortillas for assembly by quickly dipping each burrito-size flour tortilla in water to make it more pliable.

5. 5

   Cut the tortillas in half. Layer a portion of the beef filling and shredded mozzarella cheese onto the tortilla halves.

6. 6

   Fold the tortillas into pocket shapes and place them into a baking dish.

7. 7

   In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, 2 minced garlic cloves, and dried parsley to create the garlic butter.

8. 8

   Brush the tops of the beef pockets generously with the garlic butter mixture.

9. 9

   Bake in a preheated oven (approximately 400°F / 200°C) until the tortillas are golden brown and crispy.

Notes

Dipping the tortillas in water before folding helps prevent them from cracking and helps them crisp up in the oven.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• dinner
• beef
• baked
• weeknight dinner
• family friendly