Spicy Beef Burritos Recipe

Name: Spicy Beef Burritos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 1/2 pounds boneless beef chuck, cut into 3/4-inch cubes; 1 cup bottled chunky medium-hot salsa; 1/4 cup canned beef broth; 2 tablespoons chopped garlic; 2 tablespoons (packed) dark brown sugar; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 8 burrito-size flour tortillas; Cooked white rice

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 pounds boneless beef chuck, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
1 cup bottled chunky medium-hot salsa
1/4 cup canned beef broth
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
2 tablespoons (packed) dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
8 burrito-size flour tortillas
Cooked white rice

1
Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat.
2
Add half of beef and saute until brown, about 3 minutes.
3
Using slotted spoon, transfer beef to bowl.
4
Add remaining beef to pot and saute until brown, about 3 minutes.
5
Return beef in bowl to pot.
6
Add salsa, broth, garlic, sugar and soy sauce to pot; bring to boil.
7
Reduce heat to medium-low, cover pot and simmer stew until beef is tender, stirring occasionally, about 1 hour 10 minutes.
8
Uncover pot and simmer stew until sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
9
Mix in cilantro and lime juice.
10
Season with salt and pepper.
11
(Can be made 2 days ahead.
12
Refrigerate until cold; then cover and keep refrigerated.
13
Rewarm before continuing.)
14
Heat tortillas 1 at a time on gas or electric burner, about 10 seconds Per side, turning with tongs.
15
Cover with foil or napkin to keep warm.
16
Serve stew, tortillas and rice, allowing diners to assemble burritos.

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kcal

Calories

Fat

163

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 1/2 pounds boneless beef chuck, cut into 3/4-inch cubes, 1 cup bottled chunky medium-hot salsa, 1/4 cup canned beef broth, and more.

Yes, Spicy Beef Burritos falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spicy Beef Burritos

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Variations & substitutions

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