Sloppy Jose Wraps

Spice up your mealtime with these flavorful **Sloppy Jose Wraps**, a Tex-Mex twist on the classic sloppy joe! Juicy ground beef is cooked to perfection with bold seasonings like chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, then simmered with diced tomatoes and a touch of tomato paste for a rich, hearty filling. A sprinkle of fresh cilantro and the optional kick of jalapeño pack in extra layers of flavor. Wrapped in warm flour tortillas and stacked with crisp lettuce, gooey cheddar cheese, and a dollop of sour cream, these wraps deliver a satisfying balance of textures and zesty goodness. Perfect for busy weeknights, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal family meal or grab-and-go lunch. Serve them with extra hot sauce for a spicy kick or pair with your favorite sides like chips and salsa.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup canned diced tomatoes, drained
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 small jalapeño, finely diced (optional)
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 4 large flour tortillas
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.25 cup sour cream
• 0 hot sauce (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes, until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until it is fully browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, jalapeño (if using), chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens and becomes flavorful.

Step 7

Stir in the chopped cilantro and remove the skillet from heat.

Step 8

Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.

Step 9

Assemble each wrap by spreading a spoonful of sour cream onto the center of a tortilla.

Step 10

Add a generous scoop of the sloppy Jose filling on top, followed by shredded lettuce and cheddar cheese. Add hot sauce if desired.

Step 11

Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then roll it up tightly to form a wrap.

Step 12

Serve immediately with additional sour cream or hot sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1308.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2247.5

Total Fat 142.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 390.3mg	0%
Sodium 3736.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 145.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.0g	0%
Total Sugars 26.2g
Protein 116.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 926.2mg	0%
Iron 20.7mg	0%
Potassium 2656.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.0%

Protein: 20.0%

Carbs: 25.0%