Beefy Melt Burrito Recipe

Introduction

The Beefy Melt Burrito is a hearty and flavorful meal that’s perfect for any time you crave a delicious, comforting bite. Packed with seasoned ground beef, beans, cheese, and rice, it’s a satisfying dish that brings together classic Mexican-inspired flavors in a warm, melty package.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
• 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies (like Rotel), undrained
• 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 6 large flour tortillas (burrito size)
• Optional toppings: guacamole, salsa, hot sauce

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and break it up. Cook until browned, stirring occasionally.
2. Step 2: Drain off any excess grease from the skillet.
3. Step 3: Return skillet to heat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4. Step 4: Pour taco seasoning over the beef, onion, and garlic. Add water and stir well.
5. Step 5: Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
6. Step 6: Stir in rinsed black beans, drained corn, and undrained diced tomatoes with green chilies. Mix well.
7. Step 7: Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. Step 8: In a medium bowl, combine cooked rice, cheddar cheese, and Monterey Jack cheese. Mix well.
9. Step 9: Warm flour tortillas in the microwave, oven, or a dry skillet.
10. Step 10: Lay a warmed tortilla flat. Spoon about 1/2 cup of the beef filling onto the center.
11. Step 11: Top with about 1/4 cup of the rice and cheese mixture.
12. Step 12: Dollop a tablespoon of sour cream and sprinkle with a teaspoon of chopped cilantro.
13. Step 13: Fold in the sides of the tortilla over the filling. Then fold the bottom of the tortilla up and over the filling, tucking it tightly. Roll the burrito forward to keep it snug and secure.
14. Step 14: Repeat steps 10-13 with the remaining tortillas and filling.
15. Step 15: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Place burritos seam-side down in the hot skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted and gooey.
16. Step 16: Remove burritos and serve with your desired toppings like guacamole, salsa, or hot sauce.

Tips & Variations

• For extra flavor, add a splash of lime juice to the beef mixture before assembling the burritos.
• Use spicy taco seasoning or add diced jalapeños if you like more heat.
• Swap the ground beef for ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
• Try adding chopped bell peppers or sautéed mushrooms to the filling for added veggies.
• To keep burritos warm before serving, wrap them in foil and place in a low oven (200°F / 90°C) for up to 20 minutes.

Storage

Store leftover burritos in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, wrap each burrito in a damp paper towel and microwave for 1-2 minutes until warmed through, or reheat in a skillet over medium heat until golden and heated inside.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these burritos ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the burritos in advance and store them unheated in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. When ready, heat them in a skillet or oven until warmed through and cheese is melted.

Can I freeze the beefy melt burritos?

Absolutely. Wrap each burrito tightly in plastic wrap and then foil before freezing. They will keep well for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat thoroughly before serving.

Beefy Melt Burrito Recipe

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The Beefy Melt Burrito is a hearty and flavorful Tex-Mex dish featuring seasoned ground beef, black beans, corn, and spicy diced tomatoes, layered with cheesy rice and wrapped in a warm flour tortilla. Pan-seared to golden perfection, these burritos are perfect for a satisfying meal served with classic toppings like sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.

• Author: Marco
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Yield: 6 burritos 1x
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Frying
• Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Ingredients

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Beef Filling

• 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
• 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies (like Rotel), undrained
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Rice & Cheese Mixture

• 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Assembly & Toppings

• 6 large flour tortillas (burrito size)
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• Optional toppings: guacamole, salsa, hot sauce

Instructions

1. Cook the Beef: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.
2. Drain Excess Grease: Carefully drain off any excess grease from the skillet to reduce fat content and prevent sogginess in the filling.
3. Sauté Onions and Garlic: Return skillet to heat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Add Taco Seasoning and Water: Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the beef mixture. Pour in 1/2 cup water and stir thoroughly to combine.
5. Simmer the Filling: Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
6. Add Beans, Corn, and Tomatoes: Stir in the rinsed black beans, drained corn, and undrained diced tomatoes with green chilies. Mix well to combine.
7. Simmer Again: Reduce heat to low and continue simmering for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to blend flavors.
8. Prepare Rice & Cheese Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine cooked rice with shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. Mix until cheeses are evenly distributed.
9. Warm Tortillas: Warm the flour tortillas using a microwave, oven, or dry skillet to make them pliable for rolling.
10. Assemble Burritos: Lay a warmed tortilla flat. Spoon about 1/2 cup of the beef filling onto the center.
11. Add Rice & Cheese: Top the beef filling with approximately 1/4 cup of the rice and cheese mixture.
12. Add Sour Cream and Cilantro: Dollop a tablespoon of sour cream over the filling and sprinkle with a teaspoon of chopped cilantro.
13. Fold and Roll Burrito: Fold in the sides of the tortilla over the filling. Then fold the bottom edge up and over the filling, tucking tightly. Roll the burrito forward to seal it snugly.
14. Repeat Assembly: Repeat the assembly process with the remaining tortillas and filling.
15. Pan-Sear Burritos: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Place burritos seam-side down and cook 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese inside is melted and gooey.
16. Serve: Remove burritos from skillet and serve warm with optional toppings like guacamole, salsa, or hot sauce.

Notes

• Use 80/20 ground beef for best flavor and moisture balance.
• Be sure to drain excess grease after browning beef to avoid greasy burritos.
• Warming tortillas makes rolling easier and prevents cracks.
• Leftover burritos can be wrapped in foil and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
• For a lighter version, substitute ground turkey and use low-fat cheese.

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