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Easy Weeknight Ground Beef Burritos

Two grilled beef burritos cut open to show seasoned ground beef and melted cheddar cheese filling.
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Make satisfying, flavorful ground beef burritos quickly using a simple homemade seasoning blend. This recipe focuses on speed and accessible ingredients for a great weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 8 large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
  • Optional toppings: salsa, sour cream, shredded lettuce

Instructions

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the ground beef to the skillet. Break it up with a spoon and cook until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the water. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has evaporated, about 5 minutes. This creates your homemade beef burrito filling.
  5. Warm the flour tortillas according to package directions, or wrap them in a damp paper towel and microwave for 30 seconds until pliable.
  6. Place about 1/4 cup of the seasoned beef mixture down the center of each warm tortilla. Sprinkle with cheese.
  7. Fold the sides of the tortilla inward, then tightly roll the bottom edge up and over the filling. Continue rolling to seal the burrito.
  8. Serve immediately with your preferred toppings, or wrap tightly in foil if preparing ahead.

Notes

  • To make these freezer friendly beef burritos, assemble them without heating. Wrap each tightly in plastic wrap, then foil, and freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat wrapped in foil at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes, or until heated through.
  • For a Tex Mex beef burrito flavor boost, add 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the seasoning mix.
  • If you prefer shredded beef, use slow cooker shredded beef instead of ground beef, ensuring it is well-drained before mixing with the spices.

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