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Wet Burrito Recipe with Ground Beef
These wet burritos are made with succulent ground beef, wrapped in a soft tortilla, topped with a spicy sauce, cheese, and fresh veggies to create a flavor explosion!
Prep Time
25 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 6 burritos
Calories: 636 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American , Mexican
Ingredients
For the Sauce
- 25 g butter
- 25 g plain white flour / all-purpose flour
- ½ cup beef stock or chicken stock
- 500 ml Red Enchilada Sauce
- ½ teaspoon salt
For the Beef Filling
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 500 g ground beef
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 1 green chili (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin powder
For the Burritos
- 6 large tortillas
- 235 g black beans or pinto beans (one can)
- 250 g Mexican rice
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella
- 2 tablespoon fresh coriander leaves (chopped)
Instructions
Preparing the Sauce
- In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
- Once the butter has melted, add the all-purpose flour and whisk continuously for about a minute to create a roux.
- Slowly and gradually pour in the chicken stock or beef stock while whisking vigorously to prevent any lumps from forming.
- Stir in the red enchilada sauce, add the salt, and allow it to simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens. Set aside.
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Cooking the Beef Filling
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- When hot, add the ground beef and cook until it's browned and fully cooked through.
- Stir in the diced onion and chopped green chili. Sauté until onions are translucent.
- Add the taco seasoning and give them a good mix. Remove from heat and set aside.
Assembling and Rolling the Burritos
- Preheat the oven to 180℃ (360℉).
- Warm the tortillas slightly to make them pliable. Place a tortilla on a clean surface.
- Spread some of the beef filling mixture in the center.
- Top the beef filling with a scoop of black beans followed by a spoonful of Mexican rice.
- Sprinkle a little shredded mozzarella and chopped fresh coriander leaves on top.
- Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then roll it up tightly from the bottom to create a burrito.
- Continue the process until you have used all the filling ingredients.
Cooking and Serving
- Place the prepared wet burritos seam-side down in an oven-safe dish.
- Bake the burritos for 15 minutes, then remove them from the oven.
- Pour the sauce over the burritos, spread the remaining shredded cheese, and bake for an additional 20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Once baked, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Choose ground beef with around 15% fat content for a flavorful and juicy filling.
- Just before you start filling the burritos, give the tortillas a quick 20-second warm-up in the microwave. This gentle warming makes the tortillas more pliable, ensuring they fold easily and won't tear when you're rolling up the burritos.
- Ensure all fillings are hot before assembling to minimize baking time.
- Roll burritos tightly, tucking in the sides as you go, to prevent filling from spilling out.
- Finish with a sprinkle of fresh coriander leaves for a burst of color and flavor.
Nutrition Information
Calories
636kcal
(32%)
Carbohydrates
50g
(17%)
Protein
32g
(64%)
Fat
34g
(52%)
Saturated Fat
15g
(75%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
13g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
98mg
(33%)
Sodium
1919mg
(80%)
Potassium
529mg
(15%)
Fiber
7g
(28%)
Sugar
8g
(16%)
Vitamin A
1017IU
(20%)
Vitamin C
4mg
(4%)
Calcium
273mg
(27%)
Iron
5mg
(28%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6burritos
Amount Per Serving
Calories 636
% Daily Value*
Calories | 636kcal | 32% |
Carbohydrates | 50g | 17% |
Protein | 32g | 64% |
Fat | 34g | 52% |
Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
Monounsaturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
Cholesterol | 98mg | 33% |
Sodium | 1919mg | 80% |
Potassium | 529mg | 11% |
Fiber | 7g | 28% |
Sugar | 8g | 16% |
Vitamin A | 1017IU | 20% |
Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
Calcium | 273mg | 27% |
Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.