🌯 Basic Burrito Recipe
Ingredients
Makes 4 burritos
For the filling:
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1 lb (450 g) ground beef, chicken, or beans (or a combination)
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1 small onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp chili powder
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1 tsp cumin
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½ tsp paprika
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1 cup cooked rice
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1 cup cooked beans (black beans, pinto, or kidney beans)
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1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
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½ cup salsa or chopped tomatoes
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Optional: corn, bell peppers, or chopped jalapeños
For assembly:
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4 large flour tortillas
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Sour cream, guacamole, or hot sauce (optional)
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Lettuce, chopped (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the filling
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In a skillet over medium heat, cook onion and garlic until softened.
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Add ground meat and cook until browned; drain excess fat.
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Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
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Add beans, rice, salsa, and any optional vegetables. Heat through.
2. Assemble the burrito
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Warm tortillas slightly so they are pliable.
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Place ½–1 cup of filling in the center of each tortilla.
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Sprinkle with shredded cheese and add any optional toppings (lettuce, sour cream, guacamole).
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Fold the sides over the filling, then roll tightly from the bottom to form a burrito.
3. Optional: Toast or grill
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Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly toast the burrito seam-side down for 1–2 minutes per side for a crisp exterior.
4. Serve
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Serve warm with extra salsa, guacamole, or hot sauce on the side.
🌟 Tips
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For vegetarian burritos, skip meat and use extra beans, rice, and roasted vegetables.
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Make meal prep burritos by wrapping individually in foil and refrigerating or freezing; reheat in oven or microwave.
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Spice it up with chipotle peppers, sriracha, or taco seasoning.
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Add rice or quinoa to make the burrito more filling.
I can also give a smoky beef and bean burrito with homemade chipotle sauce version if you want a restaurant-style flavor.
Do you want me to provide that version?
