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Ground Beef Burrito

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Ground Beef Burrito is a hearty, flavor-packed meal filled with seasoned ground beef, fluffy rice, beans, melted cheese, and fresh toppings all wrapped in a warm flour tortilla. This easy Ground Beef Burrito recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or family dinners that everyone can customize to their taste.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef

  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 small onion, diced

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 teaspoon chili powder

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika

  • 2 cups cooked rice

  • 1 cup black beans or pinto beans, drained and rinsed

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese

  • 4 large flour tortillas

  • 1/2 cup salsa

  • 1/2 cup sour cream

  • Fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  • Add diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.

  • Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  • Add ground beef and cook, breaking apart, until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat if needed.

  • Season with salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Stir to combine.

  • Add beans and cook for 2–3 minutes until heated through.

  • Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.

  • To assemble, place rice in the center of each tortilla. Top with beef mixture and shredded cheese.

  • Add salsa, sour cream, and cilantro as desired.

  • Fold in the sides, then roll tightly from the bottom up.

  • For a crispy exterior, cook burritos seam-side down in a skillet for 1–2 minutes per side until golden.

Notes

Warm tortillas before assembling to prevent tearing.Avoid overfilling for easier rolling.Use lean ground beef to reduce excess grease.Let assembled burritos rest seam-side down to help them stay closed.

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