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Crispy black bean and rice burrito with avocado and fresh herbs plated on a white dish.

Beef Burrito

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course main dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 servings
Calories 666 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup tomato salsa
  • 1 can 4 ounces diced green chilies
  • 6 large flour tortillas
  • 2 cups cooked rice seasoned with lime juice, salt, and pepper
  • 2 cups black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup guacamole
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until soft, about 3 minutes.
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  • Add ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
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  • Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for another 2 minutes.
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  • Add minced garlic, salsa, and diced green chilies to the beef mixture. Cook for an additional 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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  • Warm tortillas in the microwave or on a skillet to make them pliable.
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  • Lay out a tortilla and spread a layer of rice, followed by black beans, the beef mixture, sour cream or Greek yogurt, guacamole, and shredded cheese.
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  • Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll it up tightly to form a burrito. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
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  • For a crispy exterior, heat a skillet over medium heat and toast the burritos until golden brown on each side, or bake in a preheated 400°F oven for 10 minutes.
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Nutrition

Calories: 666kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 38gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 11gSodium: 1882mgFiber: 12g
Keyword beef, beef burritos, main dish, mexican
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