Restaurant Style Ground Beef Burrito Recipe
Craving for some Mexican food? Try out this restaurant-style ground beef burrito recipe at home. This recipe is perfect for those who love burritos and want to learn how to make them at home. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can make delicious burritos just like your favorite restaurant.
Ingredients
For this recipe, you will need:
- 1 pound of ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2-3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 can (15 ounces) of refried beans
- 1 can (10 ounces) of diced tomatoes and green chilies
- 6-8 flour tortillas
- 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup guacamole
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to make your own restaurant-style ground beef burrito:
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Add the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the skillet and stir to combine.
- Add the refried beans and diced tomatoes with green chilies to the skillet and stir to combine.
- Lower the heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until heated through.
- Warm up the flour tortillas in the microwave for 30 seconds or in the oven wrapped in foil for 10 minutes.
- Assemble the burritos by placing a scoop of the beef and beans mixture in the center of the tortilla, then add a spoonful of shredded cheddar cheese, a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, and a dollop of sour cream and guacamole.
- Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling and roll it up tightly.
- Serve the burritos warm with extra sour cream, guacamole, and salsa on top.
Tips
Here are a few helpful tips to make the perfect ground beef burrito:
- Use good quality ground beef with at least 80% lean to 20% fat ratio for juicy and flavorful meat.
- Don't skip the spices as they add depth and complexity to the beef and beans mixture.
- Warm up the tortillas before filling them to prevent them from breaking or tearing.
- Feel free to customize the filling by adding rice, lettuce, salsa, or any other toppings that you like.
- Wrap the burritos tightly in foil or plastic wrap to keep them warm and make them easier to eat on the go.
Now that you know how to make your own restaurant-style ground beef burrito, it's time to enjoy them with your family and friends. Serve with your favorite Mexican sides like rice, beans, or chips and salsa for a complete meal. ¡Buen provecho!