Crispy Greek-Style Beef Burritos
Ingredients
For the Beef Filling
* 1 lb (450 g) lean ground beef
* 1 tbsp olive oil
* 3 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 tsp dried oregano
* 1 tsp paprika
* ½ tsp ground cumin
* ½ tsp onion powder
* ½ tsp salt
* ¼ tsp black pepper
* Juice of ½ lemon
For the Burritos
* 4 large flour tortillas
* 1 cup shredded romaine lettuce
* 1 cup diced cucumber
* 1 cup diced tomatoes
* ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
* ¾ cup crumbled feta cheese
Tzatziki Sauce
* 1 cup Greek yogurt
* ½ cup grated cucumber, squeezed dry
* 1 clove garlic, minced
* 1 tbsp lemon juice
* 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill or parsley
* Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 5–6 minutes, breaking it apart as it browns.
3. Stir in garlic, oregano, paprika, cumin, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes until fragrant. Add the lemon juice and stir well. Remove from heat.
4. Lay the tortillas flat on a clean surface. Spread a spoonful of tzatziki down the center of each tortilla. Top with lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, seasoned beef, and feta cheese.
5. Fold in the sides and roll tightly into burritos.
6. Heat a clean skillet over medium heat. Place the burritos seam-side down and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
