Beef Burritos
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Beef Burritos
Description
This recipe produces beef burritos by first browning lean ground beef with onions and a blend of spices including cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder. Incorporating canned Rotel tomatoes with green chilis and black beans into the mixture adds juiciness and flavor complexity. The filling is simmered until the liquids reduce, enhancing the rich, well-seasoned meat and bean mixture.
The spiced meat filling is spooned onto flour tortillas layered with Mexican cheese, which melts when warm, binding the burrito together and adding creamy texture. The combination of textures—from tender, seasoned beef and soft beans to melted cheese wrapped in a pliable tortilla—makes the burritos a filling main course.
Additional toppings like sour cream, fresh salsa, guacamole, or lettuce can be served alongside for added freshness and contrast. Adjusting the amount of chili powder allows control over the burrito's spiciness, catering to different preferences.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef lean 85/15
- 1 onion finely chopped, medium
- 10 oz Rotel tomatoes with green chilis with their juice, canned
- 1 tsp cumin ground
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp chili powder or added to taste, up to 1/2 tsp
- 1/2 tsp salt or added to taste, fine sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper or added to taste, freshly cracked
- 15 oz black beans with their juice (or tri-bean blend with juice, canned
- 6, inch flour tortillas
- 2 cups Mexican cheese blend or equal parts mozzarella and medium cheddar, 8 oz, shredded
Instructions
- Cook the Beef - Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, stirring occasionally, until it’s fully cooked, about 5 minutes. Use a spoon to skim off and discard most of the excess fat, leaving about 2-3 tablespoons in the pan.
- Add Seasonings - Add the onion, cumin, paprika, and chili powder, and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the onion softens and the beef is nicely browned, 3-4 more minutes.
- Stir in tomatoes and beans, including their juices. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down and the liquid has evaporated (about 8-10 minutes). Turn off the heat and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- How to Fold Burritos: Place the tortillas on a clean work surface. Sprinkle half of the cheese over the center of each tortilla, leaving a 1-inch border along the edges. Spoon about 2/3 cup of the meat mixture over the cheese, then sprinkle the remaining cheese on top. Fold the short sides of the tortilla over the filling, then fold up the bottom edge tightly over the filling, tucking it in as you go. Fold in the corners and roll tightly away from you until the burrito is fully sealed. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
- Heating Burritos: When ready to cook, heat a little oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place the burrito seam-side down and cook, turning occasionally, until golden brown on all sides, about 3-5 minutes. Serve with your favorite toppings and sauces.*
Notes
- Use 1/2 teaspoon chili powder for mild spice, or reduce to 1/4 teaspoon for a very mild, kid-friendly option.
- Serve with sour cream, hot sauce, lime juice, guacamole or diced avocado, pico de gallo or homemade salsa, and lettuce on the side to enhance flavors.
- Try Avocado Ranch or Jalapeno Ranch for alternative creamy topping choices.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6burritos
Amount Per Serving
Calories 622 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1burrito | |
| Calories | 622kcal | 31% |
| Carbs | 51g | |
| Protein | 32g | 64% |
| Fat | 32g | 49% |
| Saturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 89mg | 30% |
| Sodium | 1329mg | 55% |
| Potassium | 670mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 416IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 410mg | 41% |
| Iron | 6mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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