Jul 14 2026
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Burrito Recipe

Inspired by Hidalgo Mexican Bar and Grill Ankeny
Time35m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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For the filling

For assembly & toppings

Optional extras

Method

For the filling

  1. 1

    Cook aromatics

    Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil. When shimmering, add the chopped onion and sauté 3–4 minutes until translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook 30–45 seconds until fragrant.

  2. 2

    Brown the meat

    Add the ground beef (or shredded cooked meat) to the skillet. Break it up with a spatula and cook 6–8 minutes until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess fat if necessary.

  3. 3

    Season and combine

    Stir in the taco seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add the drained black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes. Pour in 1 cup water or broth, stir to combine, and bring to a gentle simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 5–7 minutes until liquid reduces slightly and flavors meld. Taste and adjust seasoning.

  4. 4

    Finish filling

    If using cooked rice as an extra, stir in up to 2 cups cooked rice now to warm through. Remove from heat and set the filling aside while you warm tortillas and prepare toppings.

For assembly & toppings

  1. 5

    Warm tortillas

    Warm tortillas one at a time in a dry skillet over medium heat 15–20 seconds per side until pliable and lightly toasted. Alternatively, microwave stacked tortillas wrapped in a damp paper towel for 20–30 seconds.

  2. 6

    Assemble burritos

    Lay a warmed tortilla flat. Spoon about 3/4 to 1 cup of the filling down the center of the tortilla, leaving about 2 inches uncovered at each end. Top with 1/4 cup shredded cheese, a handful of shredded lettuce, 2 tablespoons salsa, 2 tablespoons sour cream, and about 1/4 cup avocado or guacamole. Add cilantro and pickled jalapeños if using. Squeeze a little lime over the filling and drizzle hot sauce if desired.

  3. 7

    Fold burrito

    Fold the sides of the tortilla inward over the filling, then fold the bottom up and roll tightly toward the top to enclose the filling. Place seam-side down on a plate.

  4. 8

    Optional crisp/sear

    For a crisp exterior, heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and place assembled burrito seam-side down. Cook 1–2 minutes per side until golden and crisp, pressing gently with a spatula.

  5. 9

    Serve

    Cut the burrito in half on the bias if desired. Serve immediately with extra salsa, sour cream, guacamole, and lime wedges.

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