Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsEl Minuto CafeGround Beef Burro Recipe

Ground Beef Burro Recipe

Inspired by El Minuto Cafe
Time30m
Serves4

Make Ground Beef Burro Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Vegetables and Seasonings

Toppings

Method

Preparing the Filling

  1. 1

    Cook the Beef

    In a large skillet, over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.

  2. 2

    Sauté the Vegetables

    Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper to the skillet. Stir and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

  3. 3

    Season the Mixture

    Sprinkle in the ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and cook for an additional 2 minutes to blend the flavors.

  4. 4

    Add Refried Beans

    Stir in the refried beans until heated through and well combined with the beef and vegetable mixture. Remove from heat.

Assembling the Burros

  1. 5

    Preheat the Tortillas

    Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable, about 30 seconds.

  2. 6

    Fill the Tortillas

    Place a generous scoop of the beef mixture in the center of each tortilla. Top with shredded cheese.

  3. 7

    Roll the Burros

    Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then roll from the bottom up to enclose the filling completely.

Serving

  1. 8

    Plate the Burros

    Place the rolled burros on a serving plate. Serve with sour cream, salsa, and fresh cilantro on the side.

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