Wet Burrito Recipe with Ground Beef

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Wet Burrito Recipe with Ground Beef

These wet burritos are made with succulent ground beef, wrapped in a soft tortilla, topped with a spicy sauce, cheese, and fresh veggies to create a flavor explosion!

Prep Time25

Cook Time35

Total Time1

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American, Mexican

Diet: Low Salt

Servings: burritos

Calories: 602kcal

Author: Ayla Clulee

Equipment

1 kitchen scale
1 measuring spoons
1 Measuring cups
1 cheese grater

Ingredients

For the Sauce

2 tablespoon butter
3 tablespoon plain white flour / all-purpose flour
½ cup beef stock or chicken stock
2 cups red enchilada sauce
½ teaspoon salt

For the Beef Filling

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb ground beef (450 grams)
1 medium onion (diced)
1 green chili (finely chopped)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tsp salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon cumin powder

For the Burritos

6 large tortillas
8 oz black beans or pinto beans (one can 235 grams)
1 ¼ cups Mexican rice
2 cups shredded mozzarella
2 tablespoon fresh coriander leaves (chopped)

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Instructions

Preparing the Sauce

In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Once the butter has melted, add the all-purpose flour and whisk continuously for about a minute to create a roux.
Slowly and gradually pour in the chicken stock or beef stock while whisking vigorously to prevent any lumps from forming.
Stir in the red enchilada sauce, add the salt, and allow it to simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens. Set aside.

Cooking the Beef Filling

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
When hot, add the ground beef and cook until it's browned and fully cooked through.
Stir in the diced onion and chopped green chili. Sauté until onions are translucent.
Add the taco seasoning and give them a good mix. Remove from heat and set aside.

Assembling and Rolling the Burritos

Preheat the oven to 180℃ (360℉).
Warm the tortillas slightly to make them pliable. Place a tortilla on a clean surface.
Spread some of the beef filling mixture in the center.
Top the beef filling with a scoop of black beans followed by a spoonful of Mexican rice.
Sprinkle a little shredded mozzarella and chopped fresh coriander leaves on top.
Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then roll it up tightly from the bottom to create a burrito.
Continue the process until you have used all the filling ingredients.

Cooking and Serving

Place the prepared wet burritos seam-side down in an oven-safe dish.
Bake the burritos for 15 minutes, then remove them from the oven.
Pour the sauce over the burritos, spread the remaining shredded cheese, and bake for an additional 20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Once baked, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Choose ground beef with around 15% fat content for a flavorful and juicy filling.
Just before you start filling the burritos, give the tortillas a quick 20-second warm-up in the microwave. This gentle warming makes the tortillas more pliable, ensuring they fold easily and won't tear when you're rolling up the burritos.
Ensure all fillings are hot before assembling to minimize baking time.
Roll burritos tightly, tucking in the sides as you go, to prevent filling from spilling out.
Finish with a sprinkle of fresh coriander leaves for a burst of color and flavor.

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