Beef Burrito

⏱️ 35 min 👥 4 servings 📊 Medium
Mexican dinner
Beef Burrito
Nutrition per Serving
834
Calories
46g
Protein
69g
Carbs
43g
Fat

Beef Burritos are hearty and flavorful featuring seasoned ground beef, black beans, and melted cheese wrapped in a warm flour tortilla. Topped with fresh salsa, sour cream, and avocado, it's a satisfying dish perfect for dinner or any gathering.

📝 Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion (finely chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 ounce taco seasoning (1 packet or homemade seasoning)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 15 ounces black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 cup cheddar (shredded, or Monterey Jack cheese)
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup salsa (or pico de gallo)
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 avocado (sliced)
  • fresh cilantro (chopped (for garnish))
  • lime wedges (for serving)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. 1Cook the Beef:: In a large skillet, cook 1 pound of ground beef over medium-high heat until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
  2. 2Add Onion and Garlic:: Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, or until the onion is soft and translucent.
  3. 3Season the Beef:: Stir in the taco seasoning and ½ cup of water. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, allowing the seasoning to coat the beef and the sauce to thicken.
  4. 4Add Beans and Rice:: Stir in the black beans and cooked rice, cooking until heated through. Remove the skillet from the heat and set aside.
  5. 5Warm Tortillas:: Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
  6. 6Add Filling:: Place a generous portion of the beef mixture in the center of each tortilla. Sprinkle with shredded cheese, then add a spoonful of salsa or pico de gallo. Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll it up tightly from the bottom to encase the filling.
  7. 7Crisp the Burritos:: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place the rolled burritos in the air fryer basket seam-side down and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the tortillas are golden and crispy. If you don't have an air fryer, you can use a skillet. Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with a small amount of oil or butter. Place the rolled burritos seam-side down in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden and crispy.
  8. 8Garnish and Serve:: Serve the burritos with a dollop of sour cream, sliced avocado, and a sprinkle of chopped fresh cilantro. Lime wedges on the side add a bright, tangy flavor.

About the Chef & Original Recipe

This recipe was published by jocooks.com. Visit the original source for step-by-step photos, chef notes and additional details.