Crisp Bean Burrito
Crisp Bean Burritos feature flour tortillas filled with refried beans and cheese, briefly fried for a crisp exterior before finishing in the oven. This method creates a burrito with a satisfying crunchy texture outside and a warm, creamy filling suitable for dipping or topping with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.
Ingredients
- ½ cup neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 5 flour tortillas soft
- 1 cup refried beans
- ¼ cup cheese or to taste, shredded
Instructions
- Heat oven to 400 degrees F. Set aside a baking sheet.
- Heat oil in a medium-sized skillet. Spread about 3 tablespoons of refried beans on each tortilla, sprinkle with cheese, then roll up. Fry in oil for 15-30 seconds on each side.
- Place burritos on a baking sheet and bake for 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from oven and serve. Dip in enchilada sauce, guacamole, sour cream, or salsa.
Notes
- Customize the filling by adding shredded meat or vegetables to the beans and cheese.
- Try different dips such as ranch, guacamole, salsa, or hot sauce to accompany the burritos.
- Frying briefly on each side creates a crispy exterior before baking.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 5 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 274
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 274kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 551mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 57mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 158IU | 3% |
| Calcium | 133mg | 13% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.