Tex-Mex Burritos Recipe

Name: Tex-Mex Burritos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef; 1 1/4 cups finely chopped peeled potatoes; 1/2 cup chopped onion; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 fresh jalapeno peppers or 2 canned jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped; 1 (15 ounce) can spicy chili beans, undrained; 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste); 1/8 teaspoon pepper (or to taste); 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin (optional); 10 spinach tortillas or 10 plain flour tortillas (10-inch); 1 -2 cup shredded monterey jack cheese or 1 -2 cup cheddar cheese; salsa; sour cream

Servings: persons

1 lb lean ground beef
1 1/4 cups finely chopped peeled potatoes
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 fresh jalapeno peppers or 2 canned jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped
1 (15 ounce) can spicy chili beans, undrained
1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/8 teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
10 spinach tortillas or 10 plain flour tortillas (10-inch)
1 -2 cup shredded monterey jack cheese or 1 -2 cup cheddar cheese
salsa
sour cream

1
In a non-stick skillet, add ground beef, potatoes, onion, garlic, and jalapeno peppers.
2
Cook over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes or until beef is browned and vegetables are tender; stir often; drain well.
3
Add in beans, salt, pepper, and ground cumin (if desired) to the skillet; stir to mix.
4
Bring to a boil; lower heat, and simmer for 5 minutes, stir often.
5
Spoon 1/2 cup mixture onto the center of each tortilla.
6
Sprinkle with 2 generous tablespoons of cheese.
7
Roll up burrito-style, enclosing filling and folding ends under.
8
Place burritos seam side down in a greased 13x9 inch baking dish; cover with foil.
9
Bake at 350u00b0 for 10-12 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
10
Serve with salsa and sour cream.

1441

kcal

Calories

Fat

218

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb lean ground beef, 1 1/4 cups finely chopped peeled potatoes, 1/2 cup chopped onion, 2 cloves garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Tex-Mex 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!

Tex-Mex Burritos

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Variations & substitutions

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