Mexican Rotolo

Mexican Rotolo (Taco Tortilla Bake)

Say hello to your new favourite twist on taco night – my Mexican Rotolo! 🌮

This fun and easy recipe takes all the flavours you love from a classic burrito and rolls them up into golden tortilla scrolls, baked to perfection in a delicious tomato sauce.

It’s simple to make, full of flavour and always a crowd-pleaser. Whether you’re feeding hungry kids, planning a casual dinner, or hosting a laid-back fiesta, this family-friendly dish will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Why settle for the usual tacos or burritos when you can roll up something a little special?

mexican, burrito, taco, kid friendly, family friendly, oven baked,
dinner, oven baked, one pan
Mexican
Yield: 6
Author: Ange Zahn
Mexican Rotolo

Mexican Rotolo

My Mexican Rotolo is a delicious burrito inspired roll-up that is baked in the oven. You are going to love how easy these are to make, and how delicious they taste. This family friendly recipe will soon become one of your favourites, I know the kids will love it. A nice spin on the old classic taco/burrito. Will you make them for your next Fiesta?
Prep time: 20 MinCook time: 20 MinTotal time: 40 Min
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Ingredients

  • 500g beef mince
  • 1 x Taco seasoning mix
  • Taco/enchilada/nacho sauce
  • 1 carrot, grated
  • 1 zucchini, grated
  • Grated cheese
  • Large tortillas
Salad Options
  • Iceberg lettuce
  • Diced tomatoes/salsa
  • Sour cream
  • Taco sauce
  • Avocado/guacamole
  • Spinach
  • Pickled onions
  • Charred corn

Instructions

  1. Heat a frypan over high heat and cook the mince until brown. Turn down the heat to medium and add the carrot and zucchini. Cook until they have wilted. Add taco seasoning mix and ½ cup water and simmer on low heat until the water has evaporated (usually about 2 minutes). Set aside to cool.
  2. Preheat the oven 160ºC and grease a lasagne baking dish (9 x 13 inches)
  3. Place 1 tortilla on the cutting board and slice into 5 even strips. Remove the two rounded strips on the sides and discard.
  4. Spread taco sauce over the top of the three of the remaining strips.
  5. Spoon taco mince over the sauce and sprinkle with grated cheese.
  6. Starting from the base, roll up to form a scroll and place standing up in the baking dish. Continue with the remaining ingredients.
  7. Sprinkle more grated cheese on top of the rotolos.
  8. Bake in the oven for 20 minutes or until the cheese has melted.
  9. Serve with your favourite Mexican sides.
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