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 Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Prepare the Filling
In a large bowl, combine the shredded beef or pork carnitas with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well.
- 2
Warm the Tortillas
In a skillet over medium heat, warm the flour tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
- 3
Assemble the Burritos
Place a generous portion of the meat filling in the center of each tortilla. Add Spanish rice, beans, shredded lettuce, and pico de gallo on top.
- 4
Roll the Burritos
Fold in the sides of the tortilla and then roll from the bottom up to enclose the filling. Repeat for each tortilla.
- 5
Top with Sauce and Cheese
Place the rolled burritos in a baking dish. Pour tomatillo green sauce over the top and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- 6
Bake
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the burritos for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 7
Serve
Remove from the oven and serve hot with sour cream on the side.
