Description
Beef burritos are the ultimate comfort food, combining seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and fresh toppings all wrapped in a warm tortilla. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers, as it comes together quickly and can be customized to suit everyone’s tastes—from spicy to mild. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a delicious meal that is sure to impress family and friends alike. Plus, these burritos are make-ahead friendly, allowing you to enjoy a hearty dish whenever the craving hits.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- Sour cream and salsa for topping
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with diced onion until fully cooked (about 5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning and half a cup of water; stir well and let simmer for 3-5 minutes.
- Warm tortillas in another skillet until pliable.
- On each tortilla, layer the seasoned meat mixture, cheese, and black beans. Roll tightly from one end while folding in the sides.
- Optionally, heat assembled burritos seam-side down in the skillet for golden edges.
- Serve warm topped with sour cream and salsa.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg