Description
These Cheesy Potato Burritos with Beef combine tender, seasoned ground beef and golden potatoes with melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, all wrapped in warm flour tortillas. Perfectly spiced and customizable with sour cream, salsa, and cilantro, these burritos make a hearty and delicious meal any day of the week.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups diced potatoes (peeled and chopped small)
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
Optional Toppings
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup salsa or taco sauce
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Cook Potatoes and Onions: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced potatoes and cook until golden brown and tender, about 12–15 minutes. Stir in diced onion halfway through to soften and blend flavors.
- Brown the Beef: In another pan, cook ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain excess fat if necessary to keep it from being greasy.
- Season the Beef: Add ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the browned beef. Stir well and let it cook for another 2–3 minutes to develop the flavors.
- Combine and Melt Cheese: Mix the cooked potatoes with the seasoned beef in the skillet. While the mixture is still warm, fold in both shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses so they melt slightly and blend nicely.
- Warm Tortillas: Heat the flour tortillas in a dry pan or microwave until soft and pliable, making them easier to roll without tearing.
- Assemble Burritos: Divide the cheesy beef-potato filling evenly among the tortillas. Add optional toppings like sour cream, salsa, and chopped cilantro as desired.
- Roll Burritos: Fold in the sides of each tortilla and roll it tightly into burritos, ensuring the filling is securely wrapped inside.
- Optional Toasting: For a crispy finish, toast the burritos seam-side down in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and crisp, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the burritos warm for a satisfying and flavorful meal.
Notes
- Peeling and dicing the potatoes small helps them cook evenly and quickly.
- Adjust seasonings to taste if you prefer it spicier or milder.
- Toast the burritos for added texture and flavor, or serve them as-is for a softer wrap.
- Use sour cream or Greek yogurt as a healthy creamy option.
- Fresh cilantro adds a bright, fresh note if you like herbs.
- For a lower-carb option, substitute flour tortillas with low-carb or whole wheat tortillas.
