Hearty Cheesy Beef Burrito Recipe - A Family Favorite
270
min
824
Calories
32g
Fats
56g
Carbs
68g
Protein
Discover the joy of making a hearty Cheesy Beef Burrito at home. With succulent beef, melted cheese, and rich flavors, it's bound to become a quick family favorite. Perfect for a filling dinner!
Ingredients:
Step 1: Preparing the Meat
To kickstart this mouthwatering journey, begin by heating your skillet over a medium-high flame. Add the peanut oil and let it warm up. It's time to take your beef and brown it in three batches. This step is crucial for developing that deep, savory flavor that will infuse the entire burrito. Patience here pays off with every bite being as flavorful as possible.
Pro Tip: Don't overcrowd the pan, give the meat space to brown properly.
Step 2: Creating the Sauce
Once your meat is perfectly browned, introduce the red onion and garlic to the pan, letting them cook until fragrant. This savory base is then elevated with the addition of enchilada sauce, tomato juice, green chiles, salsa verde, salt, and chili powder. Stir these together well before reducing the heat to low. Cover and let simmer, this slow cooking melds the flavors together into a rich, complex sauce that's the heart of your burritos. Remember to stir occasionally to ensure everything is blending beautifully.
Pro Tip: The longer it simmers, the more flavorful the filling will be.
Step 3: Assembling the Burritos
As your meat and sauce mixture is nearing perfection, it's time to prepare the tortillas. Warm them in the microwave for 30 seconds to make them more pliable. Lay out a tortilla, and spoon a generous portion of the meat mixture down the center. Now, the art of burrito rolling comes into play. Fold in the opposite sides of the tortilla, then roll it up burrito-style, ensuring all the delightful fillings are snugly enveloped. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
Pro Tip: Heating the tortillas prevents them from tearing while folding.
