Burrito Verde Recipe
Burrito stuffed with shredded beef or pork carnitas. Topped with tomatillo green sauce and cheese. Served with Spanish rice, beans, lettuce, pico de gallo, and sour cream.
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Ingredients
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Burrito Filling
Method
Burrito Assembly
- 1
Prepare the Burrito
Lay a tortilla flat on a clean surface. Place 1/2 cup of shredded beef or pork carnitas in the center of the tortilla.
- 2
Add the Toppings
Top the meat with 1/4 cup of cheddar cheese, a few tablespoons of tomatillo green sauce, and any desired toppings such as lettuce, pico de gallo, or sour cream.
- 3
Roll the Burrito
Fold the sides of the tortilla inward and then roll it from the bottom up to enclose the filling completely.
- 4
Heat the Burrito
Place the rolled burrito seam-side down on a skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly browned and heated through.
