Description
Ground Beef Burritos are a flavorful and satisfying meal that combines seasoned ground beef, beans, and rice wrapped in a warm flour tortilla. Perfect for any occasion—from family dinners to game day snacks—these burritos are quick to make and easy to customize with your favorite toppings. In just 30 minutes, you can prepare a hearty dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. Plus, they’re great for meal prep, allowing you to enjoy them throughout the week.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup water
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons Mexican oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 6 large flour tortillas
- 1½ cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1½ cups cooked rice
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans (rinsed and drained)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and chopped onion; season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned.
- Stir in water, tomato paste, chili powder, oregano, garlic powder, and cumin. Cook on medium-low until sauce thickens (3-5 minutes).
- Lay a tortilla flat and fill with cheese, rice, ground beef mixture, and black beans. Roll tight while folding in the sides.
- Spray skillet with cooking spray. Place burritos seam-side down; cook until golden brown on all sides (about 2 minutes per side).
- Serve warm with optional garnishes like guacamole or salsa.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Customize by adding diced jalapeños or corn for extra flavor. Wrap burritos in foil after cooking to keep them warm if serving later.