Beef Burrito
intro
Hearty, customizable seasoned beef burritos loaded with rice, beans, cheese, and fresh toppings, wrapped in warm flour tortillas for a quick, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Steps
Sauté the diced onion
Heat 1 tablespoon (15ml) of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat (175°C/350°F). Add ½ cup (80g) diced yellow onion, and cook for 3 minutes until soft and translucent, stirring occasionally.
Brown the ground beef
Add 450g lean ground beef to the skillet with the softened onion. Break the beef apart into fine crumbles with a stiff spatula, and cook for 7-8 minutes over medium heat until fully browned with no visible pink remaining, then carefully drain all excess grease from the pan into a heatproof container.
Simmer the seasoned filling
Stir 2 tablespoons (28g) of taco seasoning blend and ¼ cup (60ml) of water into the browned beef. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low (135°C/275°F) and cook for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the spiced sauce thickens and coats the beef evenly. Fold in the rinsed, drained 425g black beans, and warm through for 2 additional minutes.
Warm the flour tortillas
Heat the 4 large 10-inch flour tortillas one at a time in a dry, clean skillet over medium-low heat for 20 seconds per side, until soft and pliable with faint golden spots. For a faster method, wrap tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave on high for 30 seconds total to prevent cracking during rolling.
Layer the burrito fillings
Lay one warm tortilla flat on a clean work surface. Add ½ cup (90g) cooked long-grain white rice, ¼ of the seasoned beef and bean mixture, ¼ cup (28g) shredded cheddar cheese, ¼ cup (45g) diced Roma tomato, ¼ cup (17g) shredded iceberg lettuce, and 2 tablespoons (30g) sour cream in a straight line down the center of the tortilla, leaving a 2-inch (5cm) clear border on the top and bottom edges.
Roll and serve burritos
Fold the 2-inch top and bottom borders of the tortilla inward over the fillings to hold them in place, then roll the tortilla tightly from one long open edge to the other to fully enclose all fillings. Repeat with remaining tortillas and fillings, then serve immediately. For an optional crisp exterior, sear each burrito seam-side down in a dry skillet over medium heat for 1 minute until lightly golden.
Tips
2.Always drain excess grease from browned ground beef to prevent soggy tortillas and a greasy, heavy final filling.
3.Customize fillings to taste: add guacamole, pickled jalapeños, chopped cilantro, or hot sauce for extra zing, or swap plain white rice for cilantro-lime rice for a brighter, more vibrant flavor.
OMG these were SO good! Threw this together on a random weeknight when I had zero dinner plans and both my kids asked for seconds. The seasoning blend on the beef is way better than the store-bought taco packets I usually grab. Total game changer for quick family dinners!
Made this for our neighborhood potluck last weekend and people were coming back for thirds! Only swap I did was add a handful of pickled jalapeños to the beef while it simmered. 10/10 will be making this again for game night next month.
30 minute cook time is no lie! I’m a sophomore living in a tiny dorm with a single hot plate and I pulled this off no problem. Way cheaper than ordering burritos from the spot down the street too.
Added these to my Sunday meal prep rotation! Wrapped them tight in foil and they froze perfectly for quick grab-and-go lunches all week. The beef didn’t get soggy at all when I reheated them, which is usually my biggest burrito pet peeve.
Really solid base recipe, but I wish the seasoning had a little more kick! Ended up adding an extra teaspoon of cayenne and a dash of hot sauce to mine to get the heat level I like. Still super easy to make though.
My 7 year old is the pickiest eater on the planet and he ate an entire burrito without complaining. That alone makes this recipe a 5 star win in my book. Served it with a side of chips and guac and it felt like takeout night at home.
The texture of the seasoned beef is perfect! No weird clumps, it’s evenly coated in seasoning, and it pairs so well with rice, beans, and a little shredded cheese inside the tortilla. 10/10 no notes.
Wait, quick question! I’ve never rolled a burrito without it splitting open at the ends, any tips? I’m making these for my boyfriend’s birthday dinner tomorrow and I don’t want them to fall apart 😅
Used lean ground beef and added extra cilantro lime rice and black beans inside to bulk these up, and they were so filling after my post-gym dinner. Way better than the fast food burritos I used to grab on my way home from the gym.
Taste was great but I think I overcooked the beef a little? It was a touch dry when I made it, not sure what I did wrong. Flavor was on point though so I’ll definitely be trying again.
Made these for our weekly family dinner with my grown kids and grandkids, and everyone raved. I set up a little topping bar with sour cream, salsa, guac, and shredded lettuce so everyone could build their own, and it was such a fun low-fuss meal.
Usually I stick to hard shell tacos for Taco Tuesday but I swapped for these burritos last week and my family voted to make them a permanent monthly rotation. The seasoning is so warm and cozy, perfect for chilly fall nights.
So happy this recipe is super easy to make gluten free! I just used certified GF tortillas and double checked my seasoning blends to make sure there was no hidden wheat, and it worked perfectly. Finally a quick weeknight meal I don’t have to modify a ton for my allergy.
Made a big batch of these for tailgating before the college football game last Saturday and they were gone in 20 minutes. Wrapped them in foil and kept them in a cooler to stay warm, and they held up perfectly for the whole pre-game.
I was worried the leftovers would be gross because I hate reheated tortillas, but these were even better the next day for lunch! The flavors melded together so much overnight, I’m actually making a double batch next time just to have leftovers.
One of the first recipes I’ve made in my new apartment that didn’t turn into a total disaster! The instructions are so straightforward even a total beginner like me can pull it off. Served it to my roommate and he thought I ordered takeout, win.
I mixed in a handful of diced bell peppers and onions with the beef while it cooked to add some extra veggies, and it was delicious! My husband didn’t even notice I snuck extra veggies in, which is a miracle.
Tastes exactly like the deluxe burrito I used to get at my favorite local taco shop growing up, but way cheaper and I can control exactly what goes in it. The seasoning ratio is perfect, not too salty, not too bland. 10/10
Made these for a casual date night in with my partner and we both loved them! We paired them with margaritas and chips and queso, and it was way more fun than going out to a crowded restaurant. Will definitely be adding this to our regular date night rotation.
Total budget-friendly win! I already had most of the spices in my cabinet, and ground beef was on sale at the grocery store this week so the whole meal cost like $12 to make 4 big burritos. Can’t beat that for cheap, filling meals.