Description
This Taco Bell Quesarito recipe is a mouthwatering combination of a quesadilla and a burrito, layered with seasoned ground beef, melty cheeses, cooked rice, and zesty taco sauce, all wrapped in a large flour tortilla. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make dish brings Tex-Mex flavors right to your kitchen for a satisfying meal perfect for any day of the week.
Ingredients
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For the Beef Filling
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix (or homemade seasoning)
- 1/2 cup water
For the Quesadilla Base
- 1 large flour tortilla (for quesadilla)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
For the Burrito Wrap
- 1 large flour tortilla (for wrapping)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for melting inside the tortilla)
Additional Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cooked white rice
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped lettuce (optional)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup nacho cheese sauce (or melted cheese)
- 2 tbsp taco sauce or hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and crumbly. Drain excess fat. Add the taco seasoning mix and 1/2 cup water, stirring to combine. Let it simmer for 5 minutes until the mixture thickens and the beef is fully seasoned.
- Make the Quesadilla Base: Place one large flour tortilla on a separate skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese evenly over the tortilla. Cook until the cheese melts and the tortilla becomes slightly crisp, then carefully remove from heat.
- Assemble the Quesarito: On the quesadilla, spread the cooked white rice evenly. Distribute the seasoned beef over the rice layer. Add diced tomatoes and optional chopped lettuce for freshness. Drizzle with sour cream, nacho cheese sauce, and taco or hot sauce if using.
- Wrap the Burrito: Place the second large flour tortilla on a skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on it and heat until melted. Quickly place the quesadilla and beef mixture onto this melting cheese layer and roll the tortilla tightly to form a burrito. The melted cheese acts as adhesive to hold the wrap together.
- Final Warm-up: Place the wrapped quesarito seam-side down back onto the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the outside is golden brown and crisp, and the filling is warmed through.
- Serve: Remove from heat, slice in half if desired, and serve immediately with extra sour cream or salsa on the side.
Notes
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or a plant-based alternative for a leaner or vegetarian option.
- Use homemade taco seasoning for better control over sodium content.
- For added crunch, include shredded lettuce just before wrapping to avoid sogginess.
- Double the cheese for an extra gooey quesadilla layer.
- Serve with additional taco sauce or guacamole to enhance flavor.
