Description
These Cheesy Beef Burritos with Fries combine seasoned ground beef, melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, and crispy French fries wrapped in warm flour tortillas. A perfect blend of savory, cheesy, and crispy flavors that makes a satisfying main course suitable for family meals or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
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For the Beef Filling
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Burritos
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup salsa
- 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch)
For the Fries
- 1 bag frozen French fries (about 20 ounces)
- Olive oil or cooking spray for baking
Instructions
- Cook French Fries: Prepare the frozen French fries according to the package instructions, baking them in the oven until they are golden brown and crispy. This usually takes about 20-25 minutes. Use olive oil or cooking spray if desired to enhance crispiness.
- Cook Beef Mixture: While the fries bake, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and finely chopped onion, cooking until the beef is browned and no longer pink, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
- Season Beef: Stir in the minced garlic, taco seasoning, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Continue cooking the mixture for an additional 1 to 2 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Warm Tortillas: Slightly warm the flour tortillas to make them soft and pliable. This can be done by microwaving them for 15-20 seconds or heating them briefly in a dry skillet.
- Assemble Burritos: Place a portion of the cooked beef mixture in the center of each tortilla. Top with shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, sour cream, and salsa. Then add a handful of the freshly cooked crispy fries on top of the other ingredients.
- Roll Burritos: Fold in the sides of the tortillas and roll them tightly to enclose the filling.
- Crisp Burritos (Optional): For extra crispness and melted cheese, place the wrapped burritos seam-side down on a hot skillet or panini press. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until golden brown and the cheese inside is melted.
- Serve: Serve the burritos immediately with extra fries and your choice of additional toppings if desired.
Notes
- You can swap ground beef with ground turkey or a plant-based alternative for a different protein option.
- Add jalapeños, guacamole, or hot sauce to enhance the flavor and add some heat.
- For a quicker meal, skip the step of crisping the burritos and serve them as soft wraps.
