Name: Beef Burritos Recipe: A Flavorful Tex-Mex Classic You’ll Crave
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) ground beef; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 red bell pepper, chopped; 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed; 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown); 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes (or 1 cup fresh tomatoes, chopped); 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; ½ teaspoon oregano; ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat); Salt and black pepper, to taste; 6 large flour tortillas (10–12 inch); 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese; ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional); Sour cream; Guacamole; Salsa or pico de gallo; Shredded lettuce; Jalapeños

Description

Beef burritos are a Tex-Mex favorite — warm flour tortillas wrapped around a hearty filling of seasoned beef, beans, rice, and cheese. They’re versatile, customizable, and perfect for both quick weeknight dinners and make-ahead meal prep. Whether you like yours smothered in sauce, grilled to a crisp, or loaded with fresh toppings, burritos are always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb (450g) ground beef
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes (or 1 cup fresh tomatoes, chopped)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon oregano
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
6 large flour tortillas (10–12 inch)
2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Optional Toppings/Fillings:

Sour cream
Guacamole
Salsa or pico de gallo
Shredded lettuce
Jalapeños

Instructions

Cook the beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and bell pepper, cooking for another 2 minutes. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 6–7 minutes.
Season the filling: Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, cayenne (if using), and tomato paste. Cook for 1–2 minutes. Add diced tomatoes and simmer for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
Assemble the burritos: Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave. Place a tortilla on a flat surface. Add a scoop of rice, black beans, beef mixture, shredded cheese, and cilantro. Fold the sides in and roll tightly from the bottom to form a burrito. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
Cook (optional): For a crisp finish, place rolled burritos seam-side down in a hot skillet for 1–2 minutes per side until golden.
Serve: Serve hot with sour cream, salsa, guacamole, or your favorite toppings.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes