Burritos are a versatile and delicious meal that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are simple to make and can be customized to your liking, making them a great option for busy weeknights or weekend brunches. The secret to a tasty burrito lies in the careful selection of ingredients, the preparation of the fillings, and the proper assembly of the burrito. In this article, we will explore the art of making tasty burritos, from choosing the right tortillas and fillings to assembling and cooking them to perfection. We will provide step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure that you create a flavorful and satisfying burrito that will tantalize your taste buds.
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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
TASTY BURRITOS
My cousin is of Mexican heritage, and I've watched her make this crunchy beef burrito recipe for years. The very first time I made them for my own family, they instantly became a favorite meal. They're even better warmed up the next day in the microwave. -Debi Lane, Chattanooga, Tennessee
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in taco seasoning; remove from skillet and set aside. Wipe skillet clean. , In a small saucepan, cook refried beans over medium-low heat until heated through, 2-3 minutes. , Spoon about 1/3 cup of beans off-center on each tortilla; top with 1/4 cup beef mixture. Sprinkle with cheese. Fold sides and ends of tortillas over filling and roll up., In same skillet over medium-high heat, brown burritos in oil on all sides. Serve with sour cream and salsa. Freeze option: Individually wrap cooled burritos in paper towels and foil; freeze in a freezer container. To use, remove foil; place paper towel-wrapped burrito on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave on high until heated through, turning once, 3-4 minutes. Let stand 20 seconds.
Nutrition Facts :
FROZEN BREAKFAST BURRITOS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: bacon, sausage, baby red potato, red bell pepper, yellow onion, salt, pepper, eggs, shredded cheese, green onion, flour tortilla, parchment paper
Provided by Tasty
Categories Breakfast
Yield 6 burritos
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon (in batches if necessary) until crispy. Remove the bacon to a paper towel lined plate - leave to cool.
- In the same skillet - using leftover bacon grease (drain some if necessary) add the potatoes and season with salt and pepper. Once lightly browned add in peppers and onion. Cook until potatoes have browned and the peppers and onions have softened. Remove from pan and place in bowl to cool.
- In the same saucepan, cook sausage until browned and cooked through. Remove to a paper towel lined bowl.
- Reduce heat to medium/low and pour beaten eggs into the skillet. Fold and stir eggs occasionally until cooked but still soft and moist. Remove from pan.
- While cooked ingredients are cooling slightly, gather flour tortillas, shredded cheese and sliced green onions (optional) and set them out on your table/workspace.
- To assemble the burritos, lay out a tortilla and start with a base of eggs followed by desired toppings and finish with cheese.
- To wrap, fold in both sides and then fold the bottom up and over all the ingredients. Roll up tightly.
- NOTE: If you find the tortillas are tearing, heat them up - a few at a time - for 20 seconds in the microwave before assembling.
- Wrap up in parchment paper. Place the parchment-wrapped burritos in a 1 gallon freezer bag and place in the freezer to store for up to one month.
- To Reheat: Remove the frozen burrito from the freezer. Unwrap from parchment paper and wrap the frozen burrito up in a damp paper towel. Place on a microwave safe plate and microwave for 3 minutes.
- Remove from microwave and rest for one minute before unwrapping. Remove the paper towel, serve with hot sauce, salsa, or sour cream!
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 426 calories, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 24 grams, Sugar 4 grams
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
SWEET POTATO AND BLACK BEAN BURRITOS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: medium sweet potatoes, olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, kosher salt, pepper, medium yellow onion, jalapeño, garlic, chili powder, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, black beans, corn, large flour tortillas, lettuce, diced tomato, shredded vegan cheddar cheese, guacamole
Provided by Rachel Gaewski
Categories Lunch
Yield 3 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Add the sweet potatoes to a baking sheet with a drizzle of olive oil, the paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss until well coated.
- Bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the sweet potato is tender.
- Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, until semi-translucent. Add the jalapeño, garlic, chili powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper and cook for 2-3 minutes, until the spices are fragrant. Add the black beans and corn, season with salt and pepper, and cook until warmed through, 3-4 more minutes.
- To assemble a burrito, add ⅓ of the bean and corn mixture, ⅓ of the roasted sweet potatoes, some lettuce, tomatoes, vegan cheese, and guacamole to the center of a tortilla. Fold in the sides and roll up, keeping the filling tucked in place. Repeat with the remaining ingredients. Cut in half and serve.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 547 calories, Carbohydrate 96 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 17 grams, Protein 16 grams, Sugar 16 grams
CHICKEN, RICE & BEAN BURRITOS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: flour tortillas, refried bean, spanish rice, rotisserie chicken, shredded mexican cheese blend
Provided by Claire Nolan
Categories Lunch
Yield 6 burritos
Number Of Ingredients 5
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, rotisserie chicken, 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 368 calories, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 19 grams, Sugar 1 gram
BREAKFAST BURRITOS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: flour tortillas, hash brown, egg, breakfast sausage, shredded mexican cheese blend
Provided by Claire Nolan
Categories Breakfast
Yield 6 burritos
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Assemble the burritos by microwaving the flour tortilla for 20 seconds, and begin to layer burrito starting with hash browns, followed by scrambled eggs, cooked breakfast sausage, 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 754 calories, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 48 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 35 grams, Sugar 2 grams
CHIPOTLE CHICKEN BURRITOS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: fire-roasted diced tomatoes, chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, ground cumin, garlic powder, kosher salt, Kroger® Hardwood Smoked Pulled Chicken, rice, lime, lime, fresh cilantro, flour tortillas, monterey jack cheese, pico de gallo, avocado, sour cream
Provided by Kroger
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 burritos
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Add the tomatoes, chipotle pepper, cumin, garlic powder, and salt to a blender. Blend on high speed until smooth.
- Pour the sauce into a medium skillet. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then add the Kroger® Hardwood Smoked Pulled Chicken. Toss to coat the chicken in the sauce. Cover and cook until the chicken is heated through, 5-6 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, stir together the rice, lime zest and juice, and cilantro.
- Assemble burritos: Place a tortilla on a work surface. Scoop about ¾ cup of the rice onto the lower third of the tortilla. Top with ¼ of the chicken, ¼ cup Monterey Jack cheese, a scoop of pico de gallo, some avocado, and a scoop of sour cream. Fold the bottom edge of the tortilla over the filling, fold in the sides, then continue rolling the burrito up. Slice in half on the diagonal. Repeat to make the remaining burritos.
- Enjoy!
TASTY BREAKFAST BURRITOS
Baked tortillas, packed with sausage, cheese and eggs. Swimming in a hearty sausage gravy.
Provided by Kayse
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs Breakfast Burrito Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place sausage in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings; set sausage aside. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Add the eggs and green chiles to the skillet; cook, stirring occasionally, until eggs are scrambled and set.
- Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking pan. Place the tortillas on a counter top or other clean surface. Cover each tortillas with portions on sausage, cheese and eggs. Roll up the tortillas and place them seam side down in the baking dish.
- Heat reserved sausage drippings in the skillet. Sprinkle on the flour and stir. Add milk, stirring constantly, until the gravy begins to thicken. Pour the gravy on top of the tortilla rolls.
- Bake in preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, until gravy is bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 754.3 calories, Carbohydrate 41.1 g, Cholesterol 376.2 mg, Fat 47.4 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 39 g, SaturatedFat 18.5 g, Sodium 1928.3 mg, Sugar 4 g
HEALTHIER FROZEN BREAKFAST BURRITOS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: turkey bacon, sweet potato, red bell pepper, fresh spinach, eggs, olive oil, salt, pepper, shredded cheese, whole wheat tortilla
Provided by Tiffany Lo
Categories Breakfast
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook turkey bacon according to package instructions. Remove and set to the side.
- Using the same skillet, add diced sweet potatoes and season with salt and pepper. Cook until soft. Remove from pan and set aside.
- Add diced red bell peppers and cook until softened. Remove from pan and set aside.
- Cook spinach, then set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and pour in beaten eggs. Remove from pan once cooked.
- To assemble the burritos, place down parchment paper, then put the tortilla on top. Add scrambled eggs, sweet potatoes, spinach, bell pepper, turkey bacon, and cheese.
- Fold the left and right side of the burrito in, then fold the bottom up and roll tightly.
- Roll burrito into parchment paper.
- Serve now or place into a bag or reusable container.
- Transfer to the freezer. Freeze for up to 1 month.
- To reheat, remove burrito from parchment paper and wrap in a damp paper towel.
- Microwave for 3 minutes or until warm.
- Rest for one minute.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 182 calories, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 4 grams
FREEZER-PREP VEGGIE BREAKFAST BURRITOS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: olive oil, small white onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, cremini mushroom, kosher salt, kale, large eggs, whole milk, pepper, whole wheat tortillas, pinto bean, shredded cheddar cheese, shredded monterey jack cheese, salsa
Provided by Isabel Castillo
Categories Breakfast
Time 30m
Yield 8 burritos
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat with a drizzle of olive oil. Add the onion and cook for 3 minutes, or until translucent. Add the bell peppers and mushrooms and season with salt. Sauté for 1-2 minutes, then cover and cook for 5 minutes, until the peppers and mushrooms are softened.
- Add the kale and cook until wilted. Remove the veggies from the pan and set aside. Wipe out the pan.
- In a bowl, combine the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Whisk to combine. Set aside.
- Heat another drizzle of olive oil in the clean pan. Add the eggs and cook until scrambled to your liking. Remove from the heat.
- Lay a tortilla on a clean work surface. Add about ⅛ of the eggs and cooked vegetables, 2 ounces of beans, and ½ tablespoon each of the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses to the center. Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll into a burrito. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
- Heat a clean skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the burritos on both sides, starting with the seam side, until the tortilla is brown and crisp.
- Wrap the burritos individually in foil or reusable beeswax wraps. They will keep in the freezer for up to 3 weeks.
- When ready to eat, unwrap a burrito and microwave for 3 minutes. Serve with salsa.
- Calories: 345 Total fat: 12 grams Total carbs: 41 grams Dietary fiber: 10 grams Sugars: 4 grams Protein: 20 grams
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 calories, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 19 grams, Sugar 4 grams
FREEZER-PREP BREAKFAST BURRITOS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: tortilla, oil, garlic, tofu, turmeric, paprika, red pepper flakes, nutritional yeast, vegetable stock, hot sauce, onion, fresh spinach, tomato, black bean, bell pepper, mushroom, plant based meat alternative, pinto bean, potato, sweet potato, corn
Provided by Merle O'Neal
Categories Breakfast
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- In a medium pan, add oil and garlic and cook until garlic is lightly browned. Add tofu by pulling pieces off to produce the full "scramble" effect.
- Add the turmeric, paprika, red pepper flakes, and nutritional yeast and stir to combine.
- Add the vegetable stock and cook until absorbed in the tofu.
- Drizzle with hot sauce if you desire.
- Spoon some of the scramble in the center of a tortilla and add any fillings you would like.
- NOTE: Leave plenty of room on the ends otherwise food will spill out once it's folded up.
- Fold the left and right sides of the tortilla in toward the center, then roll the bottom (the end nearest you) up towards the top.
- Dampen a paper towel and wrap it around the burrito, mimicking the fold of the burrito itself. Do the same with parchment paper.
- Place your burritos in a plastic bag and freeze until breakfast.
- NOTE: Save for up to 1 month.
- When you are ready to eat, take one of the burritos out, remove parchment paper and microwave burrito (still in paper towel) in the microwave for 3 minutes.
- Allow to cool for 1 minute.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 2 grams
Tips:
- Choose high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the taste of your burritos. Use fresh, flavorful ingredients whenever possible.
- Don't be afraid to experiment: There are endless possibilities when it comes to burrito fillings, so don't be afraid to get creative. Try different combinations of meats, vegetables, and sauces until you find a filling that you love.
- Make sure your tortillas are warm: Warm tortillas are more pliable and easier to roll, so make sure to warm them up before you start assembling your burritos.
- Don't overfill your burritos: Overfilling your burritos will make them difficult to roll and eat. Aim for a filling that is about 1/2 cup per burrito.
- Roll your burritos tightly: Tightly rolled burritos will help keep the filling from falling out. To roll a burrito tightly, start by folding in the sides of the tortilla, then roll it up from the bottom.
- Grill or pan-fry your burritos: Grilling or pan-frying your burritos will give them a nice crispy exterior and help to seal in the flavors.
- Serve your burritos with your favorite toppings: There are many different toppings that you can serve with your burritos, such as salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and cheese. Choose toppings that you think will complement the flavors of your filling.
Conclusion:
Burritos are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With so many different combinations of fillings and toppings to choose from, there's sure to be a burrito that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give burritos a try!
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