Flavorful beef, beans, rice, cheese, and fresh toppings wrapped in a warm flour tortilla.
# What You'll Need:
→ Beef Filling
01 - 1 pound ground beef
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
06 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
07 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - ½ teaspoon dried oregano
09 - ½ teaspoon salt
10 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
11 - 2 tablespoons tomato paste
12 - ⅓ cup water
→ Other Fillings
13 - 1 cup cooked white or brown rice
14 - 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
15 - 1½ cups shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
16 - 1 cup shredded lettuce
17 - 1 medium tomato, diced
18 - ½ cup sour cream
19 - ⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
→ For Assembly
20 - 4 large flour tortillas (10-12 inches)
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 2-3 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
02 - Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned, approximately 5-6 minutes.
03 - Stir in cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast spices.
04 - Incorporate tomato paste and water, stirring to combine. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat.
05 - Heat tortillas in a dry pan or microwave until soft and pliable.
06 - Lay each tortilla flat. Evenly layer with rice, black beans, beef mixture, cheese, lettuce, tomato, and a dollop of sour cream. Sprinkle cilantro if desired.
07 - Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll tightly from the bottom to enclose all fillings.
08 - Serve immediately, or for a crispier finish, toast burritos seam-side down in a dry skillet for 2 minutes.
