Loaded Wet Burritos with Spicy Verde Sauce
These Loaded Wet Burritos feature tender fillings smothered in a spicy verde sauce, delivering a flavorful and satisfying Mexican-inspired meal perfect for any dinner occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup spicy verde sauce
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and chopped (optional for extra heat)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and garlic, cooking until translucent.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in black beans, cooked rice, and chopped jalapeño if using. Cook for 3-4 minutes until heated through.
- Warm the flour tortillas in a dry pan or microwave to make them pliable.
- Divide the beef mixture evenly among the tortillas, then sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Roll each tortilla tightly into a burrito and place them seam-side down in a baking dish.
- Pour the spicy verde sauce generously over the burritos, covering them completely.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15 minutes until the sauce is bubbly and burritos are heated through.
- Remove from oven, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve with a dollop of sour cream.
Notes
For extra richness, try adding sliced avocado or a sprinkle of crumbled queso fresco on top before serving.