Burrito Filling Recipe
Tex-Mex · Main course · 30 min total
A versatile, savory ground beef and bean filling perfect for burritos, tacos, or bowls. This recipe is quick, customizable, and packed with Tex-Mex flavors.
10
min prep
min prep
20
min cook
min cook
6
servings
servings
320
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies (like Rotel), undrained
- 1/2 cup water or beef broth
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until browned (about 5-6 minutes). Remove excess fat if desired.
- Add onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add black beans, diced tomatoes, water or broth, and tomato paste. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve warm in burritos with your favorite toppings.
Tips
- For a spicier filling, add 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper or use hot diced tomatoes.
- This filling can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for 3 months.
- Substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
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