Name: Shredded Beef Burritos Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: PT-492027H47M58S
Total time: PT-492027H47M58S
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 8 large extra soft flour tortillas (10″/26cm); 1 1/2 to 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese; 3 to 4 cups Mexican shredded beef plus sauce (tossed or separated); 2 cups Mexican red rice; 400g (14oz) can corn kernels, drained; 400g (14oz) can black beans, drained

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Introduction

These shredded beef burritos are a hearty, flavorful meal perfect for any day of the week. Filled with tender Mexican shredded beef, rice, beans, and cheese, they’re easy to assemble and satisfying to eat. Whether served fresh or frozen for later, they make a delicious and convenient option.

The image shows a white plate holding two halves of a toasted burrito, cut to reveal the inside layers. The burrito has three main visible layers: a warm, soft tortilla wrapped around cooked ground beef mixed with dark red kidney beans, yellow corn kernels, and fluffy orange rice. The burrito halves are stacked slightly, with one lying flat and the other resting on top at an angle. Nearby, small pieces of corn, rice, and shredded cheese are scattered on the white marbled surface. To the left of the plate, there is a wedge of lime and a close white bowl filled with dark brown sauce, a silver spoon resting inside. In the background, there are two more burritos wrapped in aluminum foil on some soft beige cloth, all placed on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

8 large extra soft flour tortillas (10″/26cm)
1 1/2 to 2 cups shredded cheese (Monterey Jack recommended)

3 to 4 cups Mexican shredded beef plus sauce (tossed or separated)
2 cups Mexican red rice

1 can (400g/14oz) corn kernels, drained
1 can (400g/14oz) black beans, drained

Instructions

Step 1: Microwave half the tortillas briefly for about 15 seconds to warm them and prevent cracking when rolling.
Step 2: Place one tortilla on your workstation and cover the remaining tortillas with a tea towel to keep them warm.
Step 3: Spread cheese along the center of the tortilla. Add about 1/3 cup of shredded beef, followed by some corn, black beans, and 1/4 cup of Mexican red rice.

Step 4: Roll the tortilla tightly around the filling to form a burrito. Wrap each burrito in foil to keep it secure.
Step 5: To serve immediately, heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the burritos for 4 to 5 minutes on each side until the tortilla is browned and the filling is heated through.
Step 6: To freeze, place foil-wrapped burritos in the freezer. Reheat from frozen by baking (with foil) at 350°F (180°C) for 40 to 45 minutes, or thaw and reheat in the skillet as above. Microwaving is possible if you remove the foil, but for a crispy tortilla, skillet reheating is best.

Tips & Variations

Use extra soft tortillas to avoid cracks when rolling and heating.
Swap Monterey Jack cheese for a blend of cheddar and mozzarella for a different flavor.
Add chopped fresh cilantro or a squeeze of lime juice inside the burrito for extra freshness.

For a spicier version, mix some hot sauce or jalapeños into the beef before assembling.

Storage

Wrap burritos tightly in foil and freeze for up to two months. Reheat by baking from frozen or thawing and cooking in a skillet. Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days and reheat in a skillet or microwave.

How to Serve

The image shows a wrapped burrito cut in half on white paper, placed on a wooden surface with a few lime wedges and scattered rice grains around it. Inside the burrito, you can see layers of brown cooked meat, orange rice, light brown beans, yellow corn, and melted cheese. Behind the burrito, there are two small white bowls, one filled with red sauce and a spoon, and the other with white sour cream. In the background, there is a black pan holding two burritos wrapped tightly in shiny aluminum foil, set on a white cloth. The top section shows eight small images of the step-by-step burrito rolling process on white flour tortillas with a woman's hand folding and rolling the filled tortilla on the white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use homemade tortillas instead of store-bought?

Absolutely! Homemade extra soft flour tortillas work great and add a fresh touch to your burritos. Just be sure they’re pliable to prevent tearing during rolling.

Is it better to heat the burritos in a skillet or microwave?

Heating in a skillet crisps up the tortilla nicely and evenly warms the filling, making for a better texture and flavor. Microwaving is quicker but can result in a softer, less crispy wrap.