Description
Beef and Cheese Burritos are the ultimate comfort food, combining seasoned ground beef, gooey cheese, and fresh vegetables all wrapped in a soft tortilla. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, allowing you to whip up a satisfying meal in under 30 minutes. The delicious flavors come together effortlessly, making it a versatile dish that can be customized to suit your taste preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mixed fresh vegetables (lettuce, tomatoes, jalapeños)
- Taco seasoning
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 6-8 minutes, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and water according to package instructions; simmer until thickened (approximately 5 minutes).
- Warm tortillas in a skillet or microwave until pliable (about 30 seconds).
- Assemble each burrito by placing a portion of the beef mixture on a tortilla followed by cheese, sour cream, and fresh vegetables. Fold to seal.
- Cook assembled burritos seam-side down in a hot skillet until golden brown (2-3 minutes per side). Serve with salsa or guacamole.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito (200g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 80mg