This recipe combines savory beans, gooey cheese, flavorful spices, and fresh toppings to create a mouthwatering burrito that is sure to become a family favorite. Whether you enjoy it for lunch, dinner, or a late-night snack, Rick's Big Bad Bean Burrito is a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 1 can of black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon of cumin
- 1 teaspoon of chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- Sour cream, salsa, avocado, and cilantro for serving
Directions
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the black beans to the skillet and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Warm the flour tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave.
- Divide the bean mixture evenly among the tortillas, leaving room to fold the sides and roll up the burritos.
- Top each burrito with shredded cheddar cheese and any additional toppings of your choice.
- Fold the sides of the tortillas over the filling and roll them up tightly.
- Place the burritos seam-side down in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve the burritos hot with sour cream, salsa, avocado, and cilantro.
- Enjoy your delicious homemade bean burritos!
Interesting Facts
You can customize this recipe by adding your favorite ingredients such as diced tomatoes, jalapenos, or corn.
Bean burritos are a great source of plant-based protein and fiber, making them a healthy and satisfying meal option.
Leftover burritos can be refrigerated and reheated for a quick and easy meal on busy days.