Best 5 Southwestern Beef Burritos Recipes

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Calling all Tex-Mex enthusiasts! Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with our tantalizing Southwestern Beef Burritos. These flavor-packed burritos are a perfect blend of zesty and savory, featuring a hearty filling of seasoned ground beef, sautéed peppers and onions, and a medley of spices that will tantalize your taste buds. Wrapped in a warm tortilla and smothered in a delectable homemade salsa, these burritos are sure to be a hit at your next gathering. But that's not all! This comprehensive article also features a collection of equally enticing recipes that will satisfy every craving. From the classic Beef and Bean Burritos to the vegetarian-friendly Black Bean and Sweet Potato Burritos, there's something for everyone in this culinary fiesta. So, grab your apron and fire up your stove, because it's time to let your taste buds do the talking!

Let's cook with our recipes!

FRIED BURRITOS



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The perfect fried burrito. Also a great recipe for meal planning.

Provided by Great Grub Delicious Treats

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 2h15m

Number Of Ingredients 20

1.5 lbs beef
1.5 lbs pork
1 lb ground beef
1 large onion, (diced)
1 green bell pepper, (diced)
1 jalapeno, (diced)
2 cloves garlic, (minced)
1 tsp Slap Ya Mama® seasoning
1 tsp pepper
½ tsp salt
32 oz beef broth
15 oz can pinto beans, (drained, rinsed)
15 oz can black beans, (drained, rinsed)
10 oz can Rotel®
15 oz can refried beans
4 oz can diced green chilies
5+ cups pepper Jack cheese
5+ cups cheddar cheese
22-25 8" flour tortillas ((can you larger size tortillas))
3+ cups vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Dice pork and beef into bite sized chunks.
  • In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat and cook beef and pork until meat is no longer pink. Drain and set aside.
  • In the same large skillet, add ground beef, onion, bell pepper, and jalapeno. Cook until ground beef is no longer pink and vegetables are tender. Add garlic, seasoning, salt and pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes. Drain and set side.
  • In a large Dutch oven, place all cooked meat into pan and add beef broth. Let broth come to a boil, stirring frequently, cover, reduce heat to low and simmer until broth has been absorbed.
  • Add drained and rinsed pinto and black beans into Dutch oven. Add refried beans, Rotel, and diced green chilies. Stir until well combined and continue cooking over low heat until heated through, stirring frequently.
  • Line a baking sheet with paper towels, set aside.
  • Preheat a non stick pan over medium heat. Place tortilla in pan for approximately 20-30 seconds, turn tortilla over and repeat until tortilla is heated thoroughly.
  • Place a couple heaping tablespoons of meat mixture into the middle of the tortilla, top with cheese, and fold into a burrito.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet, or frying pan, over medium high heat.
  • Carefully place 2-3 burritos at a time into hot oil and fry until golden brown, turn over and fry the other side until golden brown.
  • Continue frying until all burritos have been cooked.
  • Place cooked burritos on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
  • Serve hot, with your favorite toppings: sour cream, sliced green onions, cilantro, salsa.
  • For any leftover burritos, wrap individually in foil, place in freezer storage bags and place in the fridge if eating within a few days or place in the freezer for up to 3 months.

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN AND BLACK BEAN BURRITOS



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Make and share this Southwestern Chicken and Black Bean Burritos recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 45m

Yield 4 large burritos

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
cayenne pepper sauce, to taste
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/2 medium Spanish onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
3 tablespoons smoky barbecue sauce
kosher salt
cracked black pepper
1 romaine lettuce, heart shredded
6 green onions, thinly sliced
2 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
4 (10 -12 inch) flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Rub chicken with cumin, chili powder, and cayenne sauce.
  • Heat griddle pan over high heat; cook chicken breasts 4 minutes on each side; remove from heat.
  • While the chicken is cooking, heat a skillet over medium-high heat; add olive oil to the pan.
  • Add in onions and garlic; cook about 5 minutes or until soft.
  • Add in beans and barbecue sauce; stir to combine.
  • Chop cooked chicken breasts and drop into barbecued beans; heat mixture through; season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Pile chicken and beans onto tortilla; top with lettuce, green onions, and tomatoes; wrap and roll.
  • Serve with chips and salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 580.8, Fat 13.6, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 75.5, Sodium 721.1, Carbohydrate 74.3, Fiber 17, Sugar 10.6, Protein 42.6

BEEF BURRITOS



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Living in Arizona, we enjoy all sorts of foods with Southwestern flair, such as these beef-stuffed tortillas. The recipe is easy to make and easy to serve-folks can assemble their own burritos with their choice of garnishes. - Amy Martin, Waddell, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h

Yield 18 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 bone-in beef chuck roasts (2-1/2 to 3 pounds each)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup water
1 large onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chilies
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cold water
4 to 6 drops hot pepper sauce
18 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
Shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream and salsa

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven over medium heat, brown roast in oil; drain. Add water, onion, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 2 to 2-1/2 hours or until meat is tender. Remove roasts; cool. , Remove meat from bone and cut into bite-size pieces. Skim fat from pan juices. Add tomatoes and chilies; mix well. Add meat; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. , Combine flour and cold water; mix well. Stir into beef mixture. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbly. Add hot pepper sauce. Spoon down the center of tortillas; fold top and bottom of tortilla over filling and roll up. Serve with cheese, sour cream and salsa.

Nutrition Facts :

BURRITOS MADE EASY



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This easy burrito recipe is packed with a bean and beef filling with a taste of the Southwest. And since the recipe makes eight big burritos, you can feed a crowd! -Jennifer McKinney, Washington, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 burritos.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground beef
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 can (15 ounces) chili with beans
1-1/4 cups chunky salsa
1/4 cup canned chopped green chilies
8 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
8 slices process American cheese
Taco sauce and shredded lettuce, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the chili, salsa and green chilies. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. , Spoon about 1/2 cupful beef mixture off center on each tortilla. Top each with a slice of cheese; roll up. Serve with taco sauce and lettuce if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 957mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

BLUE RIBBON BEEFY BURRITOS



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I have a son who lives in Mexico, so we don't see him very often. When I make these burritos, it feels as if he is right there at the table with us, inhaling them. -Marina Castle, Canyon Country, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1 bottle (8 ounces) taco sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1-1/2 teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained, optional
Oil for frying
3/4 pound potatoes (about 2 medium), peeled and cut into 1/2-in. cubes
8 flour tortillas (10 inches), warmed
4 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat 8-10 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain. Stir in taco sauce, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, paprika, garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper. Add lemon juice and, if desired, olives., In an electric skillet, heat 1 in. of oil to 375°. Working in batches, fry potatoes 3-4 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with remaining salt., Stir potatoes into meat mixture. Place 2/3 cup mixture in the center of each tortilla; top with 1/2 cup cheese. Fold bottom and sides of tortilla over filling and roll up., Wrap each burrito in foil; place on a baking sheet. Bake 15-18 minutes or until heated through. Freeze option: Cool filling before making burritos. After wrapping burritos in foil, freeze in a freezer container. To use, partially thaw overnight in refrigerator. Reheat foil-wrapped burritos on a baking sheet in a preheated 350° oven 25-30 minutes or until heated through. Or, to reheat 1 burrito, remove foil and rewrap burrito in paper towel; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave on high for 3-4 minutes or until heated through, turning once. Let stand 20 seconds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 682 calories, Fat 37g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 103mg cholesterol, Sodium 1166mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 34g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right beef: For the best results, use a lean cut of beef, such as sirloin or flank steak. These cuts are less likely to be tough and will cook quickly.
  • Marinate the beef: Marinating the beef before cooking helps to tenderize it and add flavor. You can use a simple marinade made with olive oil, lime juice, and spices, or you can try a more complex marinade with ingredients like yogurt, garlic, and herbs.
  • Cook the beef properly: Be careful not to overcook the beef, as this will make it tough. Cook the beef over medium-high heat until it is cooked through but still slightly pink in the center.
  • Use fresh tortillas: Fresh tortillas are essential for making great burritos. If you can't find fresh tortillas at your local grocery store, you can make your own using a tortilla press.
  • Fill the burritos generously: Don't be afraid to fill the burritos generously with beef, rice, beans, and other toppings. The more filling you add, the more delicious the burritos will be.
  • Garnish the burritos with your favorite toppings: Once the burritos are filled, garnish them with your favorite toppings, such as salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and cheese. This will help to add flavor and texture to the burritos.

Conclusion:

Southwestern beef burritos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. By following the tips in this article, you can make sure that your burritos are packed with flavor and that they are cooked to perfection. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give southwestern beef burritos a try. You won't be disappointed!

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