Fiesta Ravioli con Carne y Lechuga

Savor the vibrant flavors of Mexico in this innovative dish, where tender beef tips, crispy romaine lettuce, and creamy cheese ravioli come together in a spicy tomato sauce, all wrapped in a warm flour tortilla. This recipe is a creative twist on traditional Mexican cuisine, blending the comfort of ravioli with the bold flavors of the fiesta. Each bite is a delightful surprise, with the crunch of lettuce, the richness of cheese, and the savory taste of beef.

Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total Time
40 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
medium
Cuisine
Mexican
  • mexican
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  • beef tips
  • romaine lettuce
  • ravioli
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Ingredients

Servings:
4
  • 1lbbeef tips, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2cupsromaine lettuce, chopped
  • 12piecesravioli, cheese-filled
  • 1mediumonion, diced
  • 3clovesgarlic, minced
  • 1candiced tomatoes, drained
  • 2pepperschipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
  • 1tspcumin, ground
  • 1/2tsppaprika, smoked
  • 4tortillasflour tortillas, warm
  • 1/2cupqueso fresco, crumbly
  • 1/4cupcilantro, chopped
  • 2tbspslime juice, freshly squeezed
  • to tastesalt
  • to tastepepper

Nutrition

Calories

420

105 per serving

Protein

32g

64% DV

Fat

20g

29% DV

Carbs

30g

10% DV

Macronutrient Breakdown

Protein30%
Fat43%
Carbs29%
Fiber
6g

% Daily Values based on a 2000 calorie diet

Step-by-Step

  1. 1

    Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of oil. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

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  2. 2

    Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.

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  3. 3

    Add the beef tips to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.

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  4. 4

    Add the chopped chipotle peppers and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

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  5. 5

    Add the diced tomatoes, cumin, and paprika to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for 2-3 minutes, until the sauce has thickened slightly.

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  6. 6

    Add the cooked beef back to the skillet and stir to combine with the tomato sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the beef is coated in the sauce.

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  7. 7

    While the beef is cooking, cook the ravioli according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

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  8. 8

    To assemble the dish, place a warm flour tortilla on a flat surface. Add a few pieces of cooked ravioli, some chopped romaine lettuce, and a spoonful of the beef and tomato sauce. Top with crumbly queso fresco, chopped cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice. Serve immediately and enjoy!

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