Hearty Beef Burrito Wrap (Printable Version)

Flavorful wrap combining seasoned beef, rice, beans, and cheese rolled in a soft flour tortilla.

# What You'll Need:

→ Beef Filling

01 - 1 pound ground beef
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
06 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 2 tablespoons tomato paste
12 - 1/3 cup water

→ Other Fillings

13 - 1 cup cooked white or brown rice
14 - 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
15 - 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
16 - 1 cup shredded lettuce
17 - 1 medium tomato, diced
18 - 1/2 cup sour cream
19 - 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

→ For Assembly

20 - 4 large (10-12 inch) flour tortillas

# Directions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion for 2 to 3 minutes until softened, then add garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
02 - Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned, approximately 5 to 6 minutes.
03 - Incorporate cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper into the beef mixture. Stir and cook for 1 minute to release flavors.
04 - Mix in tomato paste and water, stirring thoroughly. Reduce heat and simmer for 3 to 5 minutes until slightly thickened, then remove from heat.
05 - Gently warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until flexible for folding.
06 - Lay each tortilla flat and layer with one quarter of the rice, black beans, beef mixture, cheese, lettuce, diced tomato, and a dollop of sour cream. Add cilantro if desired.
07 - Fold in the sides of each tortilla, then roll tightly from the bottom to securely enclose the fillings.
08 - Serve immediately or place burritos seam-side down in a dry skillet and toast for 2 minutes to crisp the exterior.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together faster than delivery arrives, and tastes infinitely better.
  • The spiced beef is rich enough to feel special, but the rice and beans keep it balanced and filling.
  • You can customize each burrito exactly how you like it, so everyone at the table walks away happy.
02 -
  • Don't skip the simmering step with the tomato paste and water—it's what transforms loose beef into a cohesive filling that doesn't fall apart inside the tortilla.
  • Warm tortillas are non-negotiable; cold ones tear and resist you, warm ones cooperate and wrap beautifully.
  • Layering matters—put wetter ingredients closer to the tortilla and drier ones toward the middle so nothing soaks through.
03 -
  • Make the beef filling up to 2 days ahead—it actually tastes better as the spices settle and meld together overnight.
  • If you want a crispier burrito, use a cast iron skillet to toast the seam-side down, and don't move it around—let it sit and develop a golden crust.
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