Description
These freezer-friendly beef burritos are a delicious and convenient meal option that combines seasoned ground beef, rice, black beans, corn, and cheese wrapped in warm flour tortillas. Perfect for meal prepping, they can be assembled ahead of time, frozen, and reheated easily while maintaining their flavorful and satisfying taste.
Ingredients
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Beef Filling
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 1 small Onion, diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 packet Taco seasoning (or homemade seasoning)
- 1/2 cup Beef broth or water
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Mix-ins
- 1 cup Cooked rice
- 1 can (15 oz) Black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup Frozen corn kernels
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
Assembling and Serving
- 1/2 cup Sour cream
- 1 cup Salsa (store-bought or homemade)
- 8 large Flour tortillas
- Cooking spray (for wrapping)
Instructions
- Cook the ground beef: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
- Sauté onion and garlic: Add the diced onion and garlic to the skillet, and cook for 2-3 minutes, until softened and fragrant.
- Season the beef mixture: Stir in the taco seasoning and beef broth (or water). Let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes until the liquid mostly evaporates and the beef is well-seasoned. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
- Combine mix-ins: In a separate bowl, combine the cooked rice, black beans, frozen corn, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix well to evenly distribute ingredients.
- Assemble the burritos: Lay the flour tortillas flat on a clean surface. Spread a layer of the seasoned beef mixture down the center of each tortilla, then add a spoonful of the rice and bean mixture. Top with a dollop of sour cream and salsa over the filling.
- Wrap burritos: Fold in the sides of each tortilla, then roll tightly from one end to form a sealed burrito. Repeat this process with all tortillas and filling.
- Freeze the burritos: Place wrapped burritos on a baking sheet and freeze for 1-2 hours until firm. Then wrap each burrito individually in foil or plastic wrap and store in a large freezer bag for up to 3 months.
- Reheat before serving: When ready to eat, remove a burrito from the freezer and unwrap the foil. Wrap it in a damp paper towel and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes until heated through. Alternatively, bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes until hot and crispy.
Notes
- For a spicier flavor, add jalapeños or hot sauce to the beef mixture or as a topping.
- Use whole wheat tortillas for a healthier option.
- To make this recipe vegetarian, omit the beef and increase the beans and vegetables.
- Freeze burritos individually to easily grab and reheat one at a time.
- You can prepare the burritos up to the wrapping step, then freeze the filling separately for quicker assembly later.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
