Rice & Bean Burrito Recipe
Beans mixed with Spanish rice
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Ingredients
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Rice
Beans
Burrito Assembly
Method
Prepare the Rice
- 1
- 2
Add Rice and Spices
Stir in the long-grain white rice, tomato paste, cumin powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
- 3
Cook the Rice
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
- 4
Garnish
Fold in chopped cilantro after fluffing the rice.
Prepare the Beans
- 5
Combine Beans
In a medium bowl, combine the drained and rinsed black beans, lime juice, and salt. Mash slightly with a fork to combine, leaving some beans whole for texture.
Assemble the Burritos
- 6
Fill the Tortillas
Lay out the large flour tortillas on a flat surface. In the center of each tortilla, add a portion of the Spanish rice, followed by a portion of the seasoned black beans.
- 7
Add Optional Toppings
If desired, sprinkle shredded cheese and add a dollop of sour cream on top of the rice and beans.
- 8
Roll the Burritos
Fold the sides of the tortillas over the filling, then roll them up tightly from the bottom to the top to enclose the filling.
- 9
Serve
Cut the burritos in half and serve with additional cilantro or lime wedges on the side, if desired.
