Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 (15-ounce) can refried beans
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch)
- Sour cream, salsa, and chopped cilantro for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened. Add garlic, then stir in ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Add chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir in tomato paste and water. Simmer until thickened.
- Warm refried beans. Spread each tortilla with beans, top with beef and cheese. Roll up tightly.
- Optional: Cook seam-side down in a skillet for 2–3 minutes to crisp the burritos.
- Serve warm with sour cream, salsa, and cilantro.
Notes
- You can prep these ahead and freeze for later.
- Customize with rice, peppers, or jalapeños.
- Try ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American