High Protein Wrap Filling - Cajun Beef Mince
This high-protein Cajun beef mince filling is bold, smoky, and packed with flavour. Quick to cook and perfect for wraps, meal prep, or bowls. It’s a satisfying, protein-rich option for easy lunches and dinners.
Ingredients
- 800 g pork mince
- 240 g can of red kidney beans (drained and rinced)
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning (for spicy filling or Taco seasoning (no heat))
- 2 tbsp tomato paste (puree)
- 1 stock cube
- 6 - 8 mini tortilla wraps
- 1/2 onion
- salt and pepper to taste
- 100 ml water
- 1 tbsp oil (for frying)
Optional toppings
- lettuce
- tomatoes
- red onions (pickled)
- sour cream
- cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Prepare quick-pickled onions or use store-bought
- Wash, chop and set aside all your toppings.
- Heat a large frying pan on high and add in your oil (Use spray oil if you prefer)
- Dice your onions and add to the hot pan — fry until soft (about 2 minutes, stirring frequently)
- Add mince and fry until the meat starts to brown and is cooked through (until the meat is no longer pink), about 5 minutes
- Add in some salt, pepper and Cajun OR Taco seasoning, then stir.
- Stir in the tomato puree and let it cook for about 2 minutes.
- Finally, add in the stock cube and water, then stir. Let the mince simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Drain the beans and rinse before adding to the mince. Use a potato masher or wooden spoon to crush the beans into the sauce.
- Stir and leave to simmer for another 5 minutes before serving
- Heat your wraps in a separate dry frying pan for a few seconds on each side, or heat in an air fryer for a few seconds on the highest heat.
- Assemble your wraps and serve OR create a “Build your own wrap” station and dig in!