mexicanLoaded Mission Beef Burrito
A large warm flour tortilla rolled around spiced ground beef, cilantro-lime rice, seasoned beans, cheese, salsa, guacamole and sour cream.
Method
Read the full method before starting. Cooking times are guides; check texture and doneness as you cook.
Shows the steps one at a time, with a timer for each timed step.
Heavy skillet, Sharp knife and board
Measure, cut, and arrange every ingredient in order of use. Read the full method and keep finishing ingredients separate.
- 01
Salsa
5 minutesFinely dice the tomatoes, onion and jalapeño and mix with the lime juice and a pinch of salt.
Success cueThe pieces are small and even.
- 02
Guacamole
3 minutesMash the avocado with a fork, then mix in the finely chopped onion, lime juice and a pinch of salt.
Success cueThe guacamole is chunky, not a smooth puree.
- 03
Rice
20 minutesLow heatRinse the rice, cover with 400 ml of water and a pinch of salt and bring to a boil. Cover and cook on low heat for 15 minutes, rest for 5 minutes, then fold in the chopped cilantro and the lime juice.
Success cueThe water is absorbed and the rice is tender.
- 04
Beans
5 minutesMedium heatWarm the beans with half of the cumin, a pinch of salt and 3 tablespoons of water over medium heat for 5 minutes, mashing a few of them.
Success cueThe beans are hot and creamy.
- 05
Beef
14 minutesHigh heatHeat the oil over medium-high heat and cook the diced onion for 4 minutes. Add the beef and brown it for 6 to 8 minutes, then add the tomato paste, the rest of the cumin and 1 teaspoon of chili powder and cook for 2 minutes.
Success cueNo pink remains in the beef.
- 06
Tortillas
2 minutesMedium heatWarm each tortilla in a dry pan for 30 seconds per side until soft and easy to fold.
Success cueThe tortillas fold easily without cracking.
- 07
Filling
3 minutesLay rice, beans, beef, cheese, salsa, guacamole and sour cream in a line across the center of each tortilla.
Success cueThe filling sits in a neat line with space at the edges.
- 08
Rolling
2 minutesMedium heatFold in the sides, roll tightly and toast seam side down in a skillet over medium heat for 2 minutes.
Success cueThe seam is sealed and golden.
Cooking tips
Griddling the wrapped burrito melts internal cheese into structural glue.
- • Steam tortilla first to prevent cracking
- • Toast seam-side down to seal tightly
Potential allergens
Milk, Wheat / gluten
Compound ingredients vary by product; check labels and possible cross-contact.
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