Air-Fried Crunchwraps: Quick, Easy, And Delicious!

If you're craving the delicious Taco Bell Crunchwrap Supreme but want to make it at home, you're in luck! With an air fryer, you can create a copycat version that's just as tasty, if not better. The air fryer gives the wrap that signature crunch without the excess oil, resulting in a crispy and healthy treat. You can also customise the ingredients to suit your preferences, making it a fun and easy option for a quick meal.

Cooking the beef

To make the beef filling for your crunchwrap, start by cooking the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Break up the beef into small pieces as it cooks, and drain the fat once it's done. You can use ground beef, ground turkey, or beyond meat—whatever you prefer!

Next, add your chosen taco seasoning to the beef, along with a little water, and stir to coat the meat. Cook for another 5-10 minutes, or until most of the liquid has evaporated.

Now you're ready to assemble your crunchwrap! Place a large tortilla on a plate or clean work surface, and spread some nacho cheese sauce in a circle in the centre. Top with a tostada shell, then add your beef, followed by the remaining toppings.

Preparing the wrap

Firstly, gather your ingredients. For the filling, you'll need ground beef, taco seasoning, nacho cheese sauce, sour cream, lettuce, tomatoes, and shredded cheese. You'll also need flour tortillas, preferably 12-inch ones, and tostada shells for the crunch factor.

Before you begin assembling, preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about 5 minutes. This ensures your crunchwrap gets that signature "crunch" when cooked.

Now, it's time to assemble the wrap. Place a large tortilla on a clean, flat work surface. Spread a generous amount of nacho cheese sauce in the center—about 2 tablespoons should do it. This will act as a delicious glue for the other ingredients.

Next, add your protein. If you're using ground beef, cook it in a skillet first and drain any excess fat. Then, add taco seasoning and a little water, stirring to combine. Place about 1/2 cup of the seasoned beef on top of the cheese sauce.

Time for the crunch! Add a tostada shell on top of the beef. You can also use tortilla chips if you don't have tostada shells.

Now, it's time to add the toppings. Start with a layer of sour cream—about 1-2 tablespoons should be enough. Then, sprinkle on the shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and shredded cheese. Be careful not to overfill the tortilla, or you won't be able to close it securely.

Almost done! Place a smaller tortilla on top of the fillings. Now, tightly fold the edges of the larger tortilla towards the center, creating pleats as you work your way around the circle. This can be a bit tricky, so take your time to ensure it's folded securely.

Finally, flip the crunchwrap over so that the pleats are facing down. This helps keep everything secure during cooking.

Your crunchwrap is now ready for the air fryer! Lightly spray it with olive oil or cooking spray to enhance browning and prevent sticking.

Air frying

To make your crunchwrap in an air fryer, first preheat your air fryer to 400°F for 5 minutes. Then, place a large tortilla (12-inch) on a clean, flat surface. Add your fillings, leaving enough space around the edge to be able to fold the tortilla. You can choose your own fillings, but a classic crunchwrap includes ground beef, nacho cheese sauce, a tostada shell, sour cream, lettuce, tomatoes, and shredded cheese.

Once you've added your fillings, place a smaller tortilla (6-inch) on top. Tightly fold the edges of the larger tortilla in towards the centre, pleating as you go to create a circular shape. Flip the wrap over so that the folded side is face down, and spray with olive oil or cooking spray. Place in the air fryer and cook for 4 minutes. Flip the wrap and cook for another 4 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.

Repeat with the rest of your ingredients, cooking one crunchwrap at a time.

You can also make a vegetarian version by swapping out the ground beef for black beans and quinoa, or a meat substitute.

Vegetarian options

You can easily make a vegetarian version of the crunchwrap by swapping out the ground beef with a mixture of black beans and quinoa or a meat substitute. You can also use refried beans or seasoned ground or shredded chicken.

For a vegan crunchwrap, use lentils or a vegan ground meat substitute seasoned with taco seasoning. Add vegan cheese, avocado, lettuce, tomato, and dairy-free sour cream.

Ingredients:

• Large flour tortillas
• Refried beans or seasoned ground/shredded chicken
• Nacho cheese sauce
• Corn tostada shells or tortilla chips
• Sour cream
• Shredded iceberg lettuce
• Diced tomatoes
• Shredded cheese
• Avocado or guacamole (optional)

Instructions:

• Cook your chosen filling (refried beans, chicken, etc.) in a large skillet over medium heat. If using beans, you can also add taco seasoning to taste.
• Cut one tortilla into quarters. Heat the remaining tortillas for 15-20 seconds in the microwave to make them more pliable and easier to fold.
• Place your filling of choice in the center of the whole tortillas.
• Top with cheese sauce, a tostada shell or tortilla chips, sour cream, lettuce, tomato, and shredded cheese.
• Place a quartered piece of tortilla in the center and fold the tortilla around it to seal it. Secure the folds with toothpicks if needed.
• Spray the crunchwrap with cooking spray or brush with vegetable oil. Place it seam-side down in the air fryer basket.
• Air fry at 380-400°F for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
• Serve with your favorite toppings, such as extra sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.

Feel free to get creative and add your favorite vegetarian or vegan ingredients! You can also customize the level of spice by adding more chili powder, jalapenos, or hot sauce. Enjoy your vegetarian crunchwrap!

Customisation

The beauty of making crunchwraps at home is that you can customise them to your liking. You can add in extra spices, such as chilli powder, or add in extra ingredients, such as refried beans, black beans, or pico.

You can also swap out the ground beef for ground turkey, ground chicken, ground lamb, or a meat substitute. You can even make it vegetarian by using a mixture of black beans and quinoa, or go vegan by using a vegan ground meat substitute, vegan cheese, and dairy-free sour cream.

If you want to make a breakfast crunchwrap, try using scrambled eggs, bacon or sausage bits, shredded cheese, and hash browns. For a spicy option, add in cayenne pepper or diced jalapeños, or swap out the beef for shredded chicken with buffalo sauce, blue cheese, ranch dressing, and celery.

For a Mediterranean twist, substitute the beef with ground lamb, add tzatziki sauce, feta cheese, diced cucumbers, and tomatoes. Or, fill your crunchwrap with thinly sliced sautéed steak, onions, and bell peppers, and use provolone cheese for a Philly cheesesteak-inspired version.

You can also add diced ham and pineapple to your crunchwrap, and pair it with a teriyaki sauce drizzle for a Hawaiian twist.

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