Beef And Bean Burrito Recipe
Make Beef And Bean Burrito Recipe in just 35m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Burrito Filling
Assembly & Toppings
Optional (for grilling/serving)
Method
Burrito Filling
- 1
Prepare aromatics
Peel and finely dice the onion. Mince the garlic cloves so they are ready to add during cooking.
- 2
Brown the beef
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add the diced onion and cook 3–4 minutes until softened and translucent. Add the ground beef and break it up with a spoon. Cook 6–8 minutes until browned and no longer pink.
- 3
Add garlic and spices
Stir in the minced garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant. Add chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper; cook 1 minute to bloom the spices.
- 4
Simmer with tomatoes, beans and broth
Stir in the drained diced tomatoes with chiles, tomato paste, and cooked beans. Pour in 1 cup of beef or chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered 8–10 minutes until mixture thickens slightly. Taste and adjust seasoning (add more salt or chili powder if desired). Remove from heat and keep warm.
Assembly & Toppings
- 5
- 6
Assemble burritos
Lay a warm tortilla on a flat surface. Spoon about 3/4 cup of the beef-and-bean filling down the center of the tortilla. Top with a quarter cup each of shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, a couple tablespoons of sour cream, 2 tablespoons salsa, a small handful of shredded lettuce, and 2 tablespoons diced tomatoes. Sprinkle with a pinch of pickled jalapeños and some chopped cilantro. Squeeze a little lime juice over the filling if desired.
- 7
Fold burrito
Fold the bottom edge up over the filling, fold the two sides toward the center, then roll tightly from the bottom to enclose the filling. Place seam-side down on a plate.
- 8
Optional—grill burrito for crisp exterior
If you want a crisp, sealed burrito, heat 1 tablespoon butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place seam-side down and cook 1–2 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp, gently pressing with a spatula.
- 9
Serve
Slice burrito in half on the diagonal (optional) and serve immediately with extra salsa, sour cream, lime wedges, and hot sauce on the side.
