Crispy Beef Cones

Ingredients

• 6 flour tortillas (25-30 cm, cut in half)
• 100 g mozzarella cheese (shredded for topping)
• 1 tsp chopped parsley (for garnish)
• 400 g ground beef
• 1 yellow onion (finely chopped)
• 4 garlic (cloves, minced)
• 1 red bell pepper (small, diced)
• 1 green bell pepper (small, diced)
• 1 tbsp tomato paste (large tablespoon)
• 100 ml soy milk
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 0.5 tsp salt
• vegetable oil (a bit for sautéing)

Steps

1. 1

   Heat a bit of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until softened.

2. 2

   Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

3. 3

   Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.

4. 4

   Stir in the tomato paste, soy milk, diced peppers, and all the seasonings (paprika, chili powder, turmeric, garlic powder, pepper, garam masala, and salt).

5. 5

   Cook until the mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

6. 6

   Cut the tortillas in half. Roll each half into a cone shape and secure the edge with a toothpick.

7. 7

   For the oven method: Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Place the cones on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and lightly spray with cooking oil spray.

8. 8

   Bake the empty cones for 10-12 minutes until crispy and golden brown.

9. 9

   Fill each cone with the beef mixture and top with mozzarella cheese.

10. 10

    Return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese has melted.

11. 11

    Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Can also be prepared in an air fryer: preheat to 180°C (356°F), cook the empty cones for 6-8 minutes, fill, and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the cheese is melted.

Nutrition per serving

• appetizer
• main course
• beef
• baked
• air fryer
• quick dinner
• easy