Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLocal TacoGringo Recipe

Gringo Recipe

Inspired by Local Taco
Time30m
Serves4

seasoned ground beef, cheddar jack cheese, shredded lettuce, pico, flour tortilla

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Ingredients

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Protein

Vegetables

Wrap

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Ground Beef

    In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 2

    Season the Beef

    Once the beef is browned, drain any excess fat. Stir in the taco seasoning and 1/4 cup of water. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 5 minutes until the seasoning is well incorporated.

Assembly

  1. 3

    Prepare Tortillas

    Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave to make them pliable, about 30 seconds per side in the skillet or 10-15 seconds in the microwave.

  2. 4

    Assemble the Gringo

    Lay the warm tortilla flat on a plate. Spoon a portion of the seasoned ground beef onto the center of the tortilla, add a generous handful of shredded lettuce, sprinkle with cheddar jack cheese, and top with pico de gallo.

  3. 5

    Wrap it Up

    Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then roll it up from the bottom to create a wrap. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.

Serving

  1. 6

    Serve

    Cut the wrapped tortillas in half if desired, and serve immediately with extra pico de gallo or your favorite salsa on the side.

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