Nathan Anthony, the culinary wizard behind Bored of Lunch and a best-selling cookbook author, has once again wowed his fans with a genius recipe. This time, he’s blended the comforting flavors of classic lasagne with the convenient format of a burrito, all cooked to perfection in an air fryer.
The Northern Irish chef, who gained fame during the COVID-19 lockdown by sharing his easy-to-follow air fryer and slow cooker recipes, is a publishing sensation. He’s already claimed two number-one spots on the Sunday Times bestseller list with *The Healthy Slow Cooker Book* and *The Healthy Air Fryer Book*, and this year he’s added another chart-topper to his collection.
In a recent TikTok video, Nathan showcased his latest culinary creation: a mouthwatering lasagne-stuffed burrito, aptly named the ‘Lasagne Burrito.’ He shared his excitement with viewers, saying, “These lasagne burritos are all over my TikTok page at the moment, so I had to make one in my air fryer. It’s a trend I can get on board with.”
The recipe is a dream for busy weeknights or meal prepping because it requires only five ingredients, or even leftovers from a previous meal. Nathan calls the burrito “a thing of beauty,” and rightfully so! The internet is buzzing with the latest culinary sensation, with the recipe garnering over 363,100 views and thousands of likes on TikTok.
The combination of rich bolognese, creamy bechamel, and gooey cheese encased in a warm tortilla wrap has sparked a wave of culinary enthusiasm. Commenters are raving, with many declaring their need to try this delicious fusion dish.
If you’re looking to join the culinary craze, here’s how to whip up your own air fryer lasagne burrito:
Air Fryer Lasagne Burritos
Ingredients:
* 1 tortilla wrap
* 4 tablespoons bolognese sauce
* 1 fresh lasagne sheet (or a dry sheet cooked for 5 minutes)
* 2 tablespoons bechamel sauce
* Handful of grated cheese and mozzarella blend
Method:
1. If using a dry lasagne sheet, boil a saucepan of water and cook the sheet for 5 minutes.
2. Lay the tortilla wrap on a flat surface and spoon 2 tablespoons of bolognese sauce onto it.
3. Top the bolognese with half of the cooked lasagne sheet, followed by 1 tablespoon of bechamel sauce and a generous sprinkle of cheese.
4. Repeat the layering process with the remaining bolognese, lasagne sheet, bechamel, and cheese.
5. Neatly fold the burrito and wrap it in tin foil to prevent the wrap from hardening.
6. Place the wrapped burrito in the air fryer and cook at 180°C for 10 minutes.
7. Once cooked, unwrap the burrito and enjoy!
These burritos are a fantastic option for meal prepping, so you can enjoy the delicious flavors of lasagne in a convenient, on-the-go format.
So, are you ready to join the lasagne burrito craze? Grab your air fryer, gather your ingredients, and get ready to experience a culinary fusion that’s taking the internet by storm!
