Burritos de Carne

Burritos de Carne are hearty, flavorful Mexican wraps filled with tender, spiced beef, and fresh ingredients, making them a satisfying lunch option. Wrapped in warm tortillas and accompanied by zesty condiments, they offer a deliciously authentic taste of Mexico.

Ingredients

• Ground beef - 250 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Refried beans - 100 grams
• Tortillas - 2 large
• Shredded lettuce - 1 cup
• Diced tomatoes - 1/2 cup
• Avocado - 1/2, sliced
• Sour cream - 2 tablespoons
• Lime - 1, cut into wedges

Steps

1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes.
4. Stir in the cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes until the spices are well combined with the meat.
5. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro.
6. Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
7. Spread 50 grams of refried beans onto each tortilla, followed by the beef mixture.
8. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and avocado slices.
9. Drizzle with sour cream and wrap the tortillas tightly around the filling.
10. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which is essential for muscle repair and growth.
• Contains healthy fats from avocado, contributing to heart health.

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