Flavorful seasoned beef wrapped with rice, beans, cheese, and fresh toppings in a warm flour tortilla.
# What You Need:
→ Beef Filling
01 - 1 lb ground beef
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 tsp ground cumin
06 - 1 tsp chili powder
07 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 tsp dried oregano
09 - 1/2 tsp salt
10 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
11 - 2 tbsp tomato paste
12 - 1/3 cup water
→ Fillings and Toppings
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
→ Assembly
20 - 4 large (10-12 inch) flour tortillas
# How to Make It:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
02 - Add ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking up with a wooden spoon, until browned throughout, about 5-6 minutes.
03 - Stir in cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.
04 - Add tomato paste and water, stirring to combine. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until the mixture slightly thickens. Remove from heat.
05 - Heat tortillas in a dry pan or microwave until pliable and easy to fold without cracking.
06 - Lay each tortilla flat. Layer with 1/4 each of rice, beans, beef mixture, cheese, lettuce, tomato, and a dollop of sour cream. Sprinkle with cilantro if desired.
07 - Fold in both sides of the tortilla, then roll up tightly from the bottom to completely enclose the filling.
08 - Serve immediately, or toast the burritos seam-side down in a dry skillet for 2 minutes for a crispier exterior.
