Fiery Tex-Mex Cookout Burritos

Fiery Tex-Mex Cookout Burritos

Find the best and easiest recipe for Fiery Tex-Mex Cookout Burritos that tastes just like your favorite street food classic. This grilled Tex-Mex dish is perfect for a crowd or a weeknight meal!

πŸ•’ Prep: 15 minutes - Cook: 10 minutes - Total: 25 minutes
🍽 Servings: 6
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Intermediate
🌎 Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Allergens

Dairy, Egg (in taco seasoning), Wheat

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 8 large flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup prepared salsa
  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 4 green onions, chopped
  • 1 cup sour cream

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with taco seasoning according to package instructions. Set aside.
  2. Assemble burritos by placing about 1/3 cup rice, 1/4 cup beef, 2 tablespoons black beans, 2 tablespoons salsa, and a sprinkle of green onions onto each tortilla.
  3. Add a dollop of sour cream on top and sprinkle with cheese.
  4. Fold the sides of the tortilla inward, then roll tightly into a burrito.
  5. Grill the burritos on a preheated griddle or flat top grill over medium heat for 2 3 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Serve immediately with additional salsa, sour cream, and green onions if desired.

Chef’s Insight

Don't be afraid to adjust the spice level to your preference by adding more or less taco seasoning.

Notes

For a vegetarian option, replace ground beef with beans or a meat substitute.

Cultural or Historical Background

Tex-Mex cuisine originated in the late 19th century when Mexican and Texas Cuisines began merging, resulting in dishes like these Fiery Tex-Mex Cookout Burritos.