Wet Burritos Recipe

Name: Wet Burritos
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 large burritos
Cuisine: Mexican-American
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 1/2 cup chopped onion; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 (15 oz) can refried beans; 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp chili powder; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 4 large (10-inch) flour tortillas; 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese; 1 (19 oz) can red enchilada sauce; 1/2 cup sour cream (optional, for serving); 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Mexican-American · Main course · 50 min total

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A hearty, saucy Mexican-inspired dish where large flour tortillas are filled with seasoned beef and beans, then smothered in a red enchilada sauce and melted cheese. This recipe delivers a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal.

20
min prep

30
min cook

4
servings

680
kcal/serving

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (15 oz) can refried beans
1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
4 large (10-inch) flour tortillas
2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
1 (19 oz) can red enchilada sauce
1/2 cup sour cream (optional, for serving)
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef and onion until beef is browned and onion is tender, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
Add garlic, refried beans, green chiles, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined and heated through, about 2 minutes.
Warm tortillas in the microwave for 30 seconds to make them pliable. Divide the beef mixture evenly among the tortillas, placing it in the center. Roll up each tortilla tightly, folding in the sides, and place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
Pour enchilada sauce over the burritos, spreading evenly. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let cool for 5 minutes. Serve with sour cream and garnish with cilantro if desired.

Tips

For a spicier version, use hot enchilada sauce or add a pinch of cayenne.
Leftover burritos can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
To make ahead, assemble the burritos (without sauce and cheese), cover, and refrigerate. When ready to bake, add sauce and cheese and increase baking time by 10 minutes.

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