Mexican burritos are a delicious and satisfying meal that can be made quickly and easily at home. A burrito typically consists of a large flour tortilla that is filled with a variety of ingredients, such as beans, rice, meat, cheese, and vegetables. The tortilla is then rolled up tightly and served warm. While there are many variations of the burrito, this recipe will show you how to make a classic Mexican-style burrito that’s sure to please your taste buds.
Here’s an article on how to make a Mexican burrito:
Ingredients:
- 1 large flour tortilla
- 1/2 cup of cooked rice
- 1/2 cup of cooked beans (black beans or pinto beans work well)
- 1/4 cup of shredded cheese
- 1/4 cup of chopped tomatoes
- 1/4 cup of diced onion
- 1/4 cup of sliced jalapeños (optional)
- 1/4 cup of fresh cilantro leaves
- 1/4 cup of sour cream
- 1/4 cup of guacamole
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking oil
Instructions:
- Start by heating up your tortilla on a skillet or griddle. You want it to be slightly warmed and pliable, but not toasted or crispy. Set the tortilla aside.
- In a separate skillet, heat up the beans and rice until they are warm. Add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste. Once they are heated through, remove the skillet from the heat.
- Place the tortilla on a flat surface and spoon the rice and beans onto the center of the tortilla.
- Add the shredded cheese on top of the rice and beans.
- Add the chopped tomatoes, diced onion, sliced jalapeños (if desired), and fresh cilantro leaves on top of the cheese.
- Drizzle sour cream and guacamole over the top of the vegetables.
- Fold the bottom of the tortilla up towards the center, then fold the sides towards the center as well. Roll the tortilla up tightly to form the burrito.
- Heat up a skillet with some cooking oil and place the burrito seam-side down onto the skillet. Cook until the burrito is golden brown and crispy on both sides.
- Serve hot with additional sour cream and guacamole on the side, if desired.
Enjoy your delicious homemade Mexican burrito!
Making a Mexican burrito is a delicious and satisfying meal that can be easily prepared at home. The key to a great burrito is to start with high-quality ingredients, such as fresh vegetables, flavorful spices, and a protein of your choice. You can customize your burrito to your liking by adding your favorite toppings, such as guacamole, sour cream, or salsa. Remember to wrap your burrito tightly to prevent it from falling apart. With a little bit of practice, you can make a restaurant-quality burrito in the comfort of your own kitchen. Enjoy!