Crispy Cheese Vampiros with Carne Asada
Tortillas crisped in a skillet until the cheese melts into lacy golden edges, filled with seasoned ground beef that tastes like carne asada. Served with fresh salsa and lime — messy, addictive, and done in under 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 485
- Protein
- 24g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Brown ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks, until no pink remains, about 5 minutes.
Step 2
Stir in cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook 30 seconds until fragrant, then slide the beef to the side of the skillet.
Step 3
Lay a tortilla flat on the empty side of the skillet. Sprinkle a quarter of the cheese in the center, then fold the tortilla in half.
Step 4
Let it sear 90 seconds per side until the tortilla is golden and the cheese melts and browns slightly at the edges.
Step 5
Transfer to a plate. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and cheese, dividing the cooked beef among them as you fill.
Step 6
Serve the vampiros hot with salsa, fresh cilantro, lime wedges, and salt and pepper to taste.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet or larger
- spatula
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