Beef Burrito (Printable Version)

Seasoned beef, rice, beans, and cheese wrapped in a warm tortilla for a hearty, filling meal perfect for lunch or dinner.

# What You'll Need:

→ Beef Filling

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→ Other Fillings

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→ For Assembly

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# How to Make It:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
02 - Add ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking up with a wooden spoon, until browned throughout, approximately 5-6 minutes.
03 - Stir in cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.
04 - Add tomato paste and water, stirring thoroughly to combine. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until the mixture slightly thickens. Remove from heat.
05 - Heat each tortilla in a dry pan or microwave until pliable and easy to fold.
06 - Lay each warmed tortilla flat. Evenly distribute ingredients: layer with 1/4 each of rice, beans, seasoned beef, cheese, lettuce, tomato, and a dollop of sour cream. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro if desired.
07 - Fold both sides inward toward the center. Roll up tightly from the bottom edge to completely enclose the filling.
08 - For a crispier exterior, place burritos seam-side down in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2 minutes before serving.

# Expert Tips:

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  • Everything you love about burrito joint flavor but made exactly how you want it at home
  • The spiced beef filling keeps perfectly for meal prep lunches all week
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  • Overstuffing seems tempting until your burrito explodes in the pan or falls apart while eating
  • Warming the tortillas makes the difference between a burrito that rolls neatly and one that cracks apart
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  • A cast iron skillet gives the beef the best browning but any heavy bottomed pan works beautifully
  • Mixing a tablespoon of lime juice into the sour cream brightens every bite and cuts through the richness
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