Here’s a simple **burrito recipe** for you to try at home!
### **Ingredients**
#### For the filling:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound (450g) ground beef or chicken (optional)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans or pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
#### Toppings/Fillers:
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 cup salsa
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 avocado, sliced (or guacamole)
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 tomato, diced
#### Wraps:
- 4 large flour tortillas
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### **Instructions**
1. **Prepare the Filling**
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
- If using meat, add the ground beef/chicken, season with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper, and cook until browned.
- Add the beans and stir well. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
2. **Warm the Tortillas**
- Heat tortillas in a skillet for 20-30 seconds per side, or microwave them wrapped in a damp paper towel for 15 seconds.
3. **Assemble the Burrito**
- Lay a warm tortilla flat. Add rice in the center, then a scoop of the filling.
- Layer with shredded cheese, salsa, sour cream, avocado, lettuce, and tomatoes.
4. **Roll the Burrito**
- Fold in the sides, then roll tightly from the bottom up to enclose the filling.
5. **Serve**
- Serve warm with salsa or guacamole on the side.
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**Tips:**
- To make it vegetarian, skip the meat and double up on beans or add sautéed veggies like bell peppers, mushrooms, and zucchini.
- For a crispy burrito, toast the rolled burrito in a skillet for 2-3 minutes per side.
Enjoy your homemade burrito! 🌯
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