Best 5 Spicy Mexican Wraps Recipes

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Get ready to embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant flavors of Mexico with our tantalizing Spicy Mexican Wraps. These delectable wraps are a harmonious blend of bold and zesty ingredients, promising an explosion of taste in every bite. From the sizzling chicken tinga bursting with authentic Mexican spices to the creamy and refreshing avocado crema, each component of these wraps is meticulously crafted to create a symphony of flavors that will transport your taste buds to the heart of Mexico.

Unleash your inner chef with our comprehensive guide, where we'll take you step-by-step through the process of preparing these mouthwatering wraps. Discover the art of cooking tender and flavorful chicken tinga using simple pantry staples and our secret blend of spices. Learn how to make soft and pliable tortillas from scratch, ensuring the perfect vessel for your tantalizing fillings. Elevate your wraps with a vibrant avocado crema, balancing the heat of the chicken tinga with its cool and creamy texture.

But that's not all! We've also included a delightful variation of the wraps featuring succulent grilled shrimp. These tender shrimp are marinated in a zesty mixture of lime, garlic, and cilantro, then grilled to perfection, offering a succulent and smoky counterpart to the chicken tinga.

For those with a vegetarian palate, we present a vibrant and flavorful roasted vegetable filling. With a medley of colorful bell peppers, zucchini, and corn, this vegetarian option is bursting with garden-fresh flavors, making it a satisfying and healthy choice.

Our Spicy Mexican Wraps are not only a culinary delight but also a versatile dish that can be customized to suit your preferences. Experiment with different toppings and fillings to create unique flavor combinations that reflect your taste. Whether you prefer the classic combination of chicken tinga and avocado crema or the smoky grilled shrimp with roasted vegetables, these wraps are sure to become a staple in your weekly meal rotation. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your stove, and let's embark on this culinary adventure together!

Let's cook with our recipes!

FIESTA PINWHEELS



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Whenever I serve this make-ahead, easy pinwheel recipe, they disappear fast. When a friend at the office shared them with me, I knew in one bite I'd be taking her Mexican pinwheels home for the holidays. -Diane Martin, Brown Deer, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield about 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup picante sauce
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
Dash garlic powder
1 can (4-1/2 ounces) chopped ripe olives, drained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
8 flour tortillas (10 inches)
Salsa

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, sour cream, picante sauce, taco seasoning and garlic powder until smooth. Stir in olives, chiles, cheese and onions. Spread about 1/2 cup on each tortilla. , Roll up jelly-roll style; wrap. Refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight. Slice into 1-in. pieces. Serve with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 154mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SPICY MEXICAN WRAPS



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Don't let the ease of this recipe fool you - these wraps are delicious! A perfect cocktail party or game night treat.

Provided by Juanita Morrow

Categories     Other Appetizers

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 c mayonnaise
1 pkg cream cheese (8 oz)
1 pkg ranch style dressing mix (powder form)
1 can(s) chopped olives (4 oz)
1 can(s) diced Ortega chilies (4 oz)
4 stalk(s) green onions (finely chopped)
1 can(s) diced jalapeno peppers (or less if you can't take the heat!)
1 pkg large flour tortillas (8 count)

Steps:

  • 1. Mix all together very well, spread evenly on tortillas, then roll them up making sure there are no air pockets.
  • 2. These need to be refrigerated for at least 1 hour, but they are spectacular if left to set overnight as they cut easier and flavors have time to blend.
  • 3. When ready to serve, cut into half-inch slices and set on an attractive platter. Enjoy!

MEXICAN WRAPS WITH SIMPLE SALSA



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A delicious yet impressive recipe for Mexican wraps that all the family will love - ready in just 15 mins

Provided by Jane Hornby

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Supper

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

300g pack beef stir-fry strips (or frying steak, cut into thin strips)
2 onions , halved and very thickly sliced
2 red peppers , seeded and thickly sliced
1 tbsp oil
2 tsp fajita seasoning
pack of 8 tortilla wraps
400g can chopped tomatoes with chilli and herbs
small bunch coriander , roughly chopped
soured cream or yogurt, optional, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat the grill to high and scatter the beef, onions and pepper pieces on a large baking tray. Mix the oil and seasoning in a small bowl, then rub over the meat and vegetables with your hands. Grill for 10 mins, turning halfway, until everything is cooked through and the peppers and onions are starting to blacken at the edges. Heat the tortillas in the microwave or under the grill according to pack instructions.
  • Meanwhile, tip the tomatoes into a sieve and leave to drain from their juice for 5 mins. Discard the juice, mix the flesh with most of the chopped coriander and season to taste. Wrap the spicy beef and vegetables, salsa and a little of the remaining coriander in the tortillas, topping with a spoonful of soured cream or yogurt, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 525 calories, Fat 14 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 75 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2.4 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 29 grams protein, Sodium 3.98 milligram of sodium

SPICY CHICKEN & AVOCADO WRAPS



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Pan-fry lean chicken breast with lime, chilli and garlic, then pile onto seeded tortilla wraps. Cool before assembling if packing for lunch

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Categories     Lunch, Supper

Time 13m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 chicken breast (approx 180g), thinly sliced at an angle
generous squeeze juice 0.5 lime
½ tsp mild chilli powder
1 garlic clove, chopped
1 tsp olive oil
2 seeded wraps
1 avocado, halved and stoned
1 roasted red pepper from a jar, sliced
a few sprigs coriander, chopped

Steps:

  • Mix the chicken with the lime juice, chilli powder and garlic.
  • Heat the oil in a non-stick frying pan then fry the chicken for a couple of mins - it will cook very quickly so keep an eye on it. Meanwhile, warm the wraps following the pack instructions or, if you have a gas hob, heat them over the flame to slightly char them. Do not let them dry out or they are difficult to roll.
  • Squash half an avocado onto each wrap, add the peppers to the pan to warm them through then pile onto the wraps with the chicken, and sprinkle over the coriander. Roll up, cut in half and eat with your fingers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403 calories, Fat 16 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 32 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 29 grams protein, Sodium 0.8 milligram of sodium

SIMPLE SWEET AND SPICY CHICKEN WRAPS



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Honey and salsa come together to make an easy summer meal that will rock your taste buds!

Provided by Nuclear Rich

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup finely chopped seedless cucumber
1 tablespoon honey
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into thin strips
1 cup thick and chunky salsa
1 tablespoon honey
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
8 (10 inch) flour tortillas
1 (10 ounce) bag baby spinach leaves

Steps:

  • Mix together the mayonnaise, cucumber, 1 tablespoon of honey, 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper, and black pepper in a bowl until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until needed.
  • Heat the olive oil in a skillet on medium-high heat, and cook and stir the chicken breast strips until they are beginning to turn golden and are no longer pink in the middle, about 8 minutes. Stir in the salsa, 1 tablespoon of honey, and 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the flavors have blended, about 5 minutes.
  • Stack the tortillas, 4 at a time, in a microwave oven and heat until warm and pliable, 20 to 30 seconds per batch.
  • Spread each tortilla with 1 tablespoon of the mayonnaise-cucumber mixture, top with a layer of baby spinach leaves, and arrange about 1/2 cup of chicken mixture on the spinach leaves.
  • Fold the bottom of each tortilla up about 2 inches, and start rolling the burrito from the right side. When the burrito is half-rolled, fold the top of the tortilla down, enclosing the filling, and continue rolling to make a tight, compact cylinder.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488.1 calories, Carbohydrate 44.7 g, Cholesterol 57.1 mg, Fat 22.6 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 26.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 791.1 mg, Sugar 7 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right tortillas: Corn tortillas are the traditional choice for Mexican wraps, but you can also use flour tortillas or whole wheat tortillas. If you are using corn tortillas, be sure to heat them up before filling them, as this will make them more pliable and less likely to tear.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The fresher your ingredients are, the better your wraps will taste. This is especially true for the vegetables, which should be crisp and flavorful.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different fillings: There are endless possibilities when it comes to filling Mexican wraps. You can use traditional Mexican ingredients, such as refried beans, cheese, and grilled chicken, or you can get creative and try something new, such as roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, or tofu.
  • Be generous with the sauce: Sauce is what really brings Mexican wraps to life. Don't be afraid to use a lot of it, and be sure to choose a sauce that you love. Some popular options include salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and hot sauce.
  • Fold your wraps tightly: This will help to keep the filling inside and prevent the wrap from falling apart. You can fold your wraps in a variety of ways, but the most common way is to fold the bottom up, then the sides in, and finally the top down.

Conclusion:

Spicy Mexican wraps are a delicious and versatile meal that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or even breakfast. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal preferences. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give these spicy Mexican wraps a try. You won't be disappointed!

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