Beef burritos are the ultimate weeknight hero. Seasoned ground beef. Refried beans. Fluffy rice. Melty cheese. All wrapped in a warm, toasty tortilla.
Ready in 20 minutes. Freezes like a dream. Eaten in about 90 seconds.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Cook the Beef
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Add onion and garlic. Cook 2 minutes.
Add ground beef. Cook 5-6 minutes until browned.
Stir in tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, and salt. Cook 1 more minute.
Warm the Tortilla
Heat each tortilla in a dry skillet or microwave for 20 seconds until soft.
Assemble
Spread refried beans on the tortilla first (prevents sogginess).
Layer rice, seasoned beef, cheese, salsa, and sour cream.
Fold in sides, then roll tightly from the bottom.
Sear & Serve
Optional: sear burrito seam-side down in a dry skillet until golden and crispy.
Wrap in foil. Eat immediately with hot sauce.
Summary
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 4-5 burritos
Difficulty: Easy
Storage Notes
Fridge for 4 days. FREEZE for 3 months (wrap tightly in foil). Reheat frozen: microwave 3-4 minutes or oven at 375°F for 30 minutes.
- Pro tip: refried beans on the tortilla first = no sogginess.
