The Ultimate Burrito Tacos (Your New Favorite Fusion!) (Print Version)
Can't decide between a burrito and a taco? Now you don't have to! This recipe packs all your favorite burrito fillings into a large tortilla, which is then pan-fried until golden and crispy. It's the ultimate handheld meal.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 25 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4 large tacos
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex Fusion
Dietary: None
# Ingredients:
→ For the Seasoned Beef
01 -
1 lb lean ground beef
02 -
1 tbsp chili powder
03 -
1 tsp cumin
04 -
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
05 -
1/2 tsp garlic powder
06 -
1/4 cup water
→ For the Fillings
07 -
1 cup cooked rice
08 -
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
09 -
1 tbsp lime juice
10 -
1 can (15 oz) refried beans
11 -
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
→ For Assembly
12 -
4 large (10-inch) burrito-size flour tortillas
13 -
2 tbsp butter or oil, for frying
# Instructions:
01 -
In a skillet, brown the ground beef. Drain fat. Stir in seasonings and water, then simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
02 -
In a small bowl, mix cooked rice with cilantro and lime juice. Warm the refried beans.
03 -
On one half of each tortilla, layer refried beans, cilantro-lime rice, seasoned beef, and shredded cheese.
04 -
Fold the empty half of the tortilla over the fillings. Heat butter or oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
05 -
Cook the burrito taco for 3-4 minutes per side, pressing with a spatula, until golden brown and crispy.
06 -
Slice in half and serve immediately with sour cream, salsa, and guacamole for dipping.
# Notes:
01 -
Use large, burrito-size flour tortillas for best results.
02 -
Do not overfill the tacos, or they will be difficult to fry.
03 -
Serve with plenty of dips like sour cream and guacamole.
# Equipment Needed:
01 -
Large skillet
02 -
Spatula
03 -
Mixing bowls
# Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 680
Total Fat: 38g
Total Carbohydrate: 52g
Protein: 32g