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Delicious saucy ground beef wet burrito topped with cheese and fresh garnishes

Saucy Ground Beef Wet Burrito

A comforting dish featuring seasoned ground beef, rice, and refried beans, all smothered in enchilada sauce and topped with melty cheese, offering a delicious spoonable eating experience.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 8 pieces
Calories 650 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef Use seasoned ground beef.
  • 1 cup cooked rice Use room-temperature rice for easier rolling.
  • 8 pieces flour tortillas, 8 in (20 cm) Warm them slightly to avoid cracks.
  • 1 cup refried beans
  • 1 1/2 cups enchilada sauce, divided 1/4 cup for the baking dish, the rest for topping.
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar, divided Sprinkle over the top.
  • 1 small onion, diced (about 70 g)
  • 1 piece jalapeño, seeded and diced (optional) For a spicy twist.
  • Salt and pepper To taste.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Rinse rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Add rice and 1 1/3 cups of water to a small pot. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 15 minutes or until all the water is absorbed. Salt to taste.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, diced onion, and jalapeños until the beef is browned and the vegetables are soft (about 7–10 minutes). Drain excess fat. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Stir in ½ cup of enchilada sauce to the beef mixture and spread ¼ cup of enchilada sauce evenly across the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  • Lay a tortilla flat and spread the refried beans down the center. Add 2 tablespoons of shredded cheese, rice, and the beef mixture. Roll the tortilla tightly and place it in the prepared baking dish, seam side down. Repeat with the remaining tortillas, ensuring they don’t touch each other in the baking dish.
  • Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top of the burritos. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese over the top.
  • Bake the burritos for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the sauce is bubbling.
  • Serve hot, spooning the extra sauce from the pan over the top for a fully smothered experience.

Notes

Leftovers keep well and reheat beautifully. Cool completely before storing. Refrigerate up to 4 days. Freeze individually wrapped burritos up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2g
Keyword Beef Recipes, Comfort Food, Family Dinner, Saucy Ground Beef Wet Burrito, Wet Burrito
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