Our Version of Cafe Rio’s Sweet Pork Burrito
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
1
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Calories
1054 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
Mexican
Our Version of Cafe Rio’s Sweet Pork Burrito
Description
The dish uses a single large tortilla filled with cooked cilantro-lime rice, black beans, and sweet pork prepared in Cafe Rio style. The burrito is assembled by layering these ingredients with half of the shredded Monterey Jack cheese, then rolled tightly. A sauce made from green chilies, salsa verde, chicken broth, sugar, and salt is simmered and poured over the rolled burrito. Additional cheese is sprinkled on top before the burrito is baked in a hot oven until the cheese melts and the sauce is heated through.
This approach combines the wrapped convenience of a burrito with the saucy, cheesy qualities of an enchilada. The melted cheese and sauce create a moist topping, while the fillings provide a balance of textures and flavors. Serving the burrito alongside fresh shredded lettuce, pico de gallo, and guacamole adds cool, crisp contrasts and freshness that complement the richness of the pork and cheese.
The recipe is designed for a single burrito but can be increased for more servings. Using disposable foil pans mimics the restaurant presentation. The enclosed sauce recipe also scales to accommodate multiple burritos or more sauce coverage based on preference.
Ingredients
For the sauce:
- 4 ounces green chilies diced
- 7 ounces salsa verde
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
For the burrito:
- 1 tortilla shell click the link for our recipe, large size
- 1/2 cup rice click the link for our recipe, with cilantro and lime
- 1/2 cup black beans click the link for our recipe
- 3/4 cup sweet pork click the link for our recipe, Cafe Rio style
- 1/2 cup Monterey jack cheese divided, shredded
- lettuce
- Pico de Gallo
- guacamole click the link for our recipe
Instructions
- Combine all the sauce ingredients in small sauce pan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for at least 20 minutes.
- Layer rice, beans, pork, and half of the cheese on top of the tortilla. Roll it up into a burrito.
- Pour about 1/2 cup of the green enchilada sauce over the burrito and top with additional Monterey Jack cheese. Place in the oven at 450-degrees until cheese is melted.
- Serve with lettuce, pico de gallo, and guacamole.
Notes
- Disposable 9" round foil pans replicate the restaurant's presentation and can be used for baking the burritos.
- Simple homemade recipes for rice and beans are recommended for the best flavor balance.
- The burrito is served "enchilada style" by topping it with enchilada sauce and extra cheese, then melting the cheese in the oven.
- This recipe makes one burrito; quantities can be multiplied to serve more people.
- The sauce quantity can be slightly stretched to cover two or three burritos depending on taste.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1054 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 1054kcal | 53% |
| Carbohydrates | 133g | 44% |
| Protein | 55g | 110% |
| Fat | 36g | 55% |
| Saturated Fat | 16g | 80% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 127mg | 42% |
| Sodium | 6378mg | 266% |
| Potassium | 1259mg | 27% |
| Fiber | 15g | 60% |
| Sugar | 45g | 90% |
| Vitamin A | 1804IU | 36% |
| Vitamin C | 54mg | 60% |
| Calcium | 714mg | 71% |
| Iron | 9mg | 50% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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