Ground Beef Burritos
These ground beef burritos are the perfect comfort food for any day. Simple to make, flavorful, and easy to customize, they’re ideal for a quick dinner or a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef 80/20 works best for flavor and moisture
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup beef broth optional for juicier texture
- 6-8 large flour tortillas
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1 cup cooked rice optional
- 1 cup canned black beans drained and rinsed
- as needed sour cream
- as needed guacamole
- as needed chopped lettuce
- as needed salsa
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant and soft. Add the ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add tomato sauce and beef broth (if using). Let simmer for 5-10 minutes.
- While the beef mixture simmers, warm the tortillas. You can heat them in a dry skillet or microwave them wrapped in a damp towel.
- To assemble the burritos, lay each tortilla flat. Add a layer of rice, black beans, a generous spoonful of beef mixture, and cheese. Top with sour cream, guacamole, and other desired toppings.
- Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll tightly. If you prefer a crispy burrito, toast them seam-side down in a hot skillet for 1-2 minutes per side.
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Notes
Feel free to adjust the toppings to your liking. Try adding jalapeños for extra spice or corn for added sweetness!