Beef and Bean Burritos (Printable Recipe)
Hearty burritos filled with seasoned beef, beans, rice and fresh toppings - ready in 30 minutes and perfect for freezing ahead.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ For the beef filling
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1 tablespoon avocado oil
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1 pound ground beef
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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½ teaspoon paprika
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
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2 tablespoons tomato paste
→ For assembling the burritos
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6 large flour tortillas
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3 cups cilantro lime rice, cooked
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2 cups lettuce, thinly sliced
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1 cup corn, canned or frozen, thawed and drained
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1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
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2 medium tomatoes, diced
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½ medium red onion, diced
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¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
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1 cup Mexican cheese blend, shredded
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¼ cup sour cream (optional)
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1 lime, wedged (optional, for serving)
# Steps to Follow:
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Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 2 minutes until the oil sizzles. Add ground beef and stir well to cook evenly until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Break up the beef into small pieces for even cooking.
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Add cumin, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, oregano, salt, pepper, and tomato paste to the skillet. Reduce the heat to medium and let the mixture simmer for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Turn off heat and set aside.
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On each tortilla, add 2-3 tablespoons of beef, ¼ cup cooked rice, lettuce, corn, black beans, tomato, onion, cilantro, and cheese in the center. Drizzle with sour cream and lime juice to taste. Fold up the bottom, fold the edges, and roll tightly to seal. Wrap each burrito in aluminum foil.
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Place the foil-wrapped burritos on a skillet or frying pan and heat over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes on each side.
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Place the foil-wrapped burritos in a preheated oven at 350°F and bake for 20-25 minutes until warmed through and the cheese is fully melted.
# Extra Tips:
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To make ahead, prepare the burritos up to the step where they are wrapped in foil. Store them in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
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When freezing, omit the tomato and lettuce as they do not freeze well. For reheating, thaw overnight in the refrigerator before warming.