Pinto beans, a staple ingredient in Mexican cuisine, are renowned for their earthy flavor and creamy texture, making them a perfect choice for burritos. Whether you prefer a simple or elaborate filling, this versatile bean can be cooked in various ways to suit your taste. From slow-cooked goodness in a crockpot to a quick stovetop method, this article provides a comprehensive guide to help you create the perfect pinto beans for your next burrito adventure. Get ready to explore a world of flavors and textures as we dive into the art of cooking pinto beans for burritos.
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BEANS, RICE & CHEESE BURRITOS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: flour tortillas, refried bean, spanish rice, shredded mexican cheese blend
Provided by Claire Nolan
Categories Dinner
Yield 6 burritos
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Assemble the burritos by microwaving the flour tortilla for 20 seconds, and begin to layer burrito starting with refried beans, followed by the cooked rice and cheese.
- Fold in the left and right sides of the tortilla and roll it up from the bottom, tucking the bottom edge under the filling. Wrap in parchment paper and label. Freeze up to 1 month.
- To reheat from frozen, wrap the burrito in a damp paper towel and microwave for 2-3 minutes, flipping halfway or until the center is hot. Let stand 1 minute before eating.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 12 grams, Sugar 1 gram
BEAN BURRITOS
I always have the ingredients for this cheesy bean burrito recipe on hand. Cooking the rice and shredding the cheese the night before save precious minutes at dinnertime. -Beth Osborne Skinner, Bristol, Tennessee
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine beans, salsa, rice and 1 cup cheese. Spoon about 1/3 cup off-center on each tortilla. Fold the sides and ends over filling and roll up. , Arrange burritos in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese. Cover and bake until heated through, 20-25 minutes. If desired, topped with lettuce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 216 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 544mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
VEGETARIAN BEAN BURRITOS
An alternative to using canned refried beans which usually contain lard. Add your favorite burrito fixings!
Provided by Megan
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Blend pinto beans, tomato sauce, and taco seasoning in a food processor until a paste forms.
- Cook and stir pinto bean mixture in a skillet over medium heat until warmed, about 5 minutes.
- Place tortillas on a plate and heat in microwave on high until warm, about 30 seconds. Spread warm pinto bean mixture, shredded lettuce, and Colby Jack cheese onto each warm tortilla. Roll the tortilla around the filling to form a burrito.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 481.3 calories, Carbohydrate 63.6 g, Cholesterol 32.7 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 13.2 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 682.4 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
BEAN BURRITOS
Stock your freezer with these healthy single-serving dinners (or hearty lunches).
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Cuisine-Inspired Recipes Mexican-Inspired Recipes
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook rice according to package instructions; set aside.
- Meanwhile, heat oil in a large saucepan over medium. Add onions, garlic, jalapeno, and cumin; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until golden, 10 to 12 minutes. Add tomato paste, and cook, stirring, 1 minute.
- Add beans and 1 1/2 cups water; bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 10 to 12 minutes. Add corn; cook to heat through, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in scallions.
- Heat tortillas according to package instructions; fill with rice, bean mixture, and cheese.
- Assemble: Mound 1/4 cup rice, 3/4 cup bean mixture, and 1/4 cup cheese on one side of tortilla. Fold sides, and hold them in. Starting from filled end, holding sides in as you work, tightly roll into a bundle. Place on a baking sheet, seam side down, and prepare remaining burritos.
- Serve immediately, with salsa and sour cream, if using, or wrap per freezing instructions.
Nutrition Facts : Fat 19 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 19 g
BEEF & BEAN BURRITOS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: ground beef, taco seasoning, flour tortillas, refried bean, shredded mexican cheese blend
Provided by Claire Nolan
Categories Lunch
Yield 6 burritos
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Add ground beef to a large skillet over high heat and sprinkle with taco seasoning. Cook, breaking up the meat, until browned. Drain the fat and set aside to cool.
- Assemble the burritos by microwaving the flour tortilla for 20 seconds, and begin to layer burrito starting with refried beans, followed by the cooked beef and cheese.
- Fold in the left and right sides of the tortilla and roll it up from the bottom, tucking the bottom edge under the filling. Wrap in parchment paper and label. Freeze up to 1 month.
- To reheat from frozen, wrap the burrito in a damp paper towel and microwave for 2-3 minutes, flipping halfway or until the center is hot. Let stand 1 minute before eating.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 480 calories, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 31 grams, Sugar 1 gram
BEEF AND BEAN BURRITOS
And easy recipe for Beef and Bean Burritos.
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef and cook until brown, breaking up beef with fork, about 6 minutes. Add chopped onion and garlic and cook until onion is transparent, stirring frequently, about 5 minutes. Stir in cumin and cook 1 minute. Add beans, broth and chilies and cook until beans are creamy and thickened, crushing beans with back of spoon, about 15 minutes. Mix in green onions.
- Transfer beans to baking dish. Serve with tortillas, cheese, cilantro and salsa, allowing diners to assemble their own burritos at the table.
PINTO BEANS FOR BURRITOS
This is my attempt to re-create the beans at my favorite burrito place, Tortillas, in Atlanta GA. Unfortunately, they closed, so now I have to try to make my own burritos, because no other establishment makes a burrito that measures up. Also, I now live in NYC, which is a burrito desert. Do not pre-soak your beans. If you do this, they will already have absorbed a bunch of water and will not be able to absorb all the flavors from the spices and broth. Do not worry about the salt added at the beginning, it is an old wives' tale that beans will be tough if you add salt at the beginning. You want to add all the spices and seasonings at the start so the beans will absorb them.
Provided by xtine
Categories Beans
Time 3h5m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Sort the beans to make sure there are no small rocks, screws, etc. in them. And yes, I have personally found these things in dried beans before. Sort or hope you have good dental coverage.
- Put the beans, all the spices, and the olive oil in a large pot. Mix well.
- Add the chicken broth and water, and stir to mix well.
- Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to a simmer. Cook beans, uncovered, for 3 to 4 hours until done to your liking (It usually only takes me 3 hours, and sometimes less than 3 if I have it at a fast simmer. After 2 hours, take out a bean every 30 minutes or so and eat it to check if it is done enough for you).
PINTO BEANS FOR MAKE YOUR OWN BURRITOS
This makes flavorful "soupy" pinto beans that are great for wet burritos. Our family always called these "make your own burritos" since everyone's end up so unique. Serve with recipe #202702
Provided by puppitypup
Categories Beans
Time 6h15m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Sort beans to make sure there are no small rocks.
- Place beans in large pan and fill with water to within a few inches of the top. Soak beans overnight, or bring to a boil and let sit, covered, off heat for one hour. Drain and rinse beans.
- Refill pot with water. There should be about 3 cups of water per each cup of beans.
- Add bacon grease, cover, and bring to a boil.
- Turn down to simmer and cook about 4-5 hours, or until beans are fairly tender.
- Add remaining ingredients, cover and bring to a boil again. Then turn down to simmer and cook one more hour. Adjust spices to your liking.
- Once beans are tender, you can remove the lid and continue cooking to make the beans less soupy if you prefer.
- Serve with other burrito fixings like taco meat, cheese, onions, tomatoes, guacamole, sour cream, olives, etc.
BEAN AND CHEESE BURRITOS
Mexican refried beans are a cinch to make at home on a weeknight thanks to some staple pantry items and a few basic fresh ingredients. Buttery canned pinto beans are perfect in this dish, breaking down into a creamy, silky mixture. (Black beans would also work great.) While the beans are often fried in lard or bacon drippings, this vegetarian version builds flavor with caramelized onion, bell pepper, garlic and smoked paprika instead. Pico de gallo adds a touch of tang to counter the rich beans. Pan-frying the wrapped burritos guarantees a golden, irresistibly crispy exterior and an interior that oozes with melted cheese.
Provided by Kay Chun
Categories weeknight, burritos and nachos, main course
Time 40m
Yield 6 burritos
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large nonstick skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil over medium. Add onion and bell pepper, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until light golden and tender, about 8 minutes. Stir in garlic until fragrant, 1 minute. Add pinto beans, pico de gallo, smoked paprika, reserved bean liquid and 1/2 cup of water, and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring and mashing occasionally with a potato masher or the back of a spoon, until liquid is absorbed and mixture is thick, about 8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer refried beans to a bowl, and wipe out skillet.
- Spread 1/2 cup of the refried beans in the center of each tortilla and top each with 1/3 cup of the cheese. Fold the short sides of the tortilla over the filling; fold the bottom of the tortilla up and over the filling and tightly roll.
- In the skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium. Add 3 burritos seam side down and cook until golden, turning occasionally, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to serving plates and repeat with the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and 3 burritos. Serve warm with sour cream and hot sauce on the side.
Tips:
- Soak the beans overnight: This will help to reduce the cooking time and make the beans more digestible.
- Use a slow cooker: This is a great way to cook pinto beans if you don't have a lot of time. Just add the beans, water, and seasonings to the slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours.
- Add some vegetables: Diced onions, bell peppers, and carrots are all great additions to pinto beans. They add flavor and nutrients to the dish.
- Don't forget the spices: Cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder are all classic pinto bean spices. You can also add other spices to taste, such as paprika, oregano, or cayenne pepper.
- Serve with your favorite toppings: Pinto beans are delicious served with rice, tortillas, or salad. You can also add cheese, sour cream, or salsa to taste.
Conclusion:
Pinto beans are a delicious and versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. They are a good source of protein, fiber, and nutrients, and they are also relatively inexpensive. Whether you're making burritos, tacos, or soup, pinto beans are a great option that will add flavor and nutrition to your meal.
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