Air fryer beef tortilla kebab skewers Recipe

Ingredients

Meat Mixture

• 500 g Extra Lean Beef Mince (1.1 lbs)
• 1 Red Bell Pepper
• 1 Red Onion
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika
• 1 tsp Ground Cumin
• 1 tsp Ground Coriander
• 1 tsp Salt
• ½ tsp Black Pepper

Tortilla Wraps

• 5 Tortilla Wraps

Instructions

1. Finely dice the red bell pepper and red onion, then mince the garlic cloves. Using a food processor can help achieve a perfect fine chop for even mixing.
2. In a large bowl, combine the beef mince, chopped vegetables, garlic, smoked paprika, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
3. Remove the rounded edges from each tortilla wrap to form large squares suitable for layering.
4. Place one tortilla square on a clean surface and spread a thin, even layer of the beef mixture on top. Repeat layering with tortillas and beef mixture until all is used, finishing with a tortilla on top. Press down firmly to compact the stack evenly.
5. Using a sharp knife, slice the stacked tortillas lengthwise into six long strips.
6. Carefully lay each strip on its side to show the layers, then insert a skewer lengthwise through each strip to hold the layers together.
7. Cut across each skewered strip to create approximately eight individual kebab skewers.
8. Set the air fryer temperature to 190°C (375°F) and allow it to preheat.
9. Place the skewers in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Air-fry for 8 minutes, turning the skewers halfway through cooking, until they are cooked through and lightly golden on all sides.
10. Remove the skewers from the air fryer and serve immediately with guacamole or your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

• Spread the beef mince thinly and evenly for thorough cooking and juicy skewers.
• Chop vegetables finely to reduce moisture and help the layers hold together firmly.
• Press the tortilla stack firmly to keep layers compact before slicing and skewering.
• Cook skewers in a single layer for best crisping and even color.
• Turn the skewers halfway through air-frying to achieve a golden finish on all sides.
• Serve the skewers straight from the air fryer for optimal crisp tortilla and juicy beef texture.
• Use a kitchen scale for precise measurements to ensure consistent results.
• Uncooked skewers can be stored in an airtight container and air-fried before serving for meal prep convenience.