Classic Beef Burrito
A hearty, flavor-packed burrito filled with seasoned ground beef, fluffy rice, and melted cheese that brings the taste of a taqueria right to your kitchen.
Ingredients
- •1 lb (450g) lean ground beef
- •1 tablespoon olive oil
- •1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- •2 cloves garlic, minced
- •1 tablespoon chili powder
- •1 teaspoon ground cumin
- •1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- •1/2 teaspoon salt
- •1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- •2 cups cooked long-grain white rice
- •1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- •4 large (10-inch) flour tortillas
- •1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- •1/2 cup sour cream
- •1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the diced onion, sautéing until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- 2
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, and cook until browned and no longer pink.
- 3
Stir in the minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- 4
Add the black beans to the beef mixture and stir to combine, then remove from heat.
- 5
Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for 15 seconds to make them pliable.
- 6
Assemble each burrito by placing a portion of rice, the beef and bean mixture, a sprinkle of cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and a pinch of cilantro in the center of each tortilla.
- 7
Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll tightly from the bottom up to enclose the filling.
- 8
For a crispy finish, place the rolled burritos seam-side down in a hot skillet for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown.
💡 Chef tips
- For extra flavor, cook your rice in beef broth instead of water.
- To make these ahead, roll the burritos in foil and store them in the freezer; reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 20 minutes.
- If you prefer a lighter version, swap the sour cream for a fresh chunky salsa or guacamole.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished burrito should have a perfectly golden-brown, slightly crispy exterior with a warm, savory, and well-spiced beef filling that balances perfectly with the creamy cheese and fluffy rice.