Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
Step 4: Melt and Serve
Heat a skillet over medium heat or preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
For skillet melting: Place filled Meximelts seam-side down. Cover the pan with a lid and heat for 2–3 minutes until the cheese is melted.
For oven method: Wrap each filled tortilla in foil and bake for 10 minutes or until heated through and the cheese is gooey.
Remove from heat, unwrap if needed, and serve hot with optional sour cream or hot sauce on the side.
Variations & Substitutions
Cheese Options: Use Pepper Jack for extra spice, or swap with Velveeta for that classic fast-food meltiness.
Tortilla Swap: Use corn tortillas for a more traditional Mexican twist, or whole-wheat tortillas for a healthier option.
Add Veggies: Include sautéed bell peppers or corn in the filling for added texture and nutrients.
Spicy Kick: Mix in chipotle peppers in adobo sauce or a dash of cayenne pepper with the beef for more heat.
Tips for the Perfect Meximelt
Steam to Perfection: If using the skillet method, covering the pan traps steam and ensures the cheese melts evenly.
Double the Pico: The fresh pico de gallo adds brightness and balances the richness of the beef and cheese — make extra!
Don’t Overfill: Keeping your Meximelts easy to fold ensures even heating and less mess when eating.
Make It Ahead: Prepare the beef filling and pico ahead of time. Store separately and assemble fresh when ready to eat.
Freezer Friendly: Freeze unbaked Meximelts in foil for up to 2 months. Reheat in oven at 350°F for 15–20 minutes.
Serving Suggestions
Pair your Beef Meximelts with any of these sides for a full Tex-Mex meal:
Mexican Rice or Cilantro Lime Rice
Refried Beans or Black Bean Salad
Tortilla Chips and Guacamole
Corn Elote (Mexican Street Corn)
Southwest Salad with Avocado Ranch
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