Saucy Wet Burritos: A Hearty Ground Beef and Enchilada Sauce Feast
Fabulous Wet Burritos: Your Ultimate Wet Burrito Experience
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Get ready to dive into the ultimate wet burrito that will transform your weeknight dinner into a fiesta of flavors.
Why You’ll Love This Smothered Burrito
- Hearty & Filling: Ground beef and refried beans pack in the protein.
- Easy Prep: One-skillet filling and simple assembly.
- Restaurant-Style: Baked in enchilada sauce for that signature saucy finish.
- Customizable: Swap cheddar for Monterey Jack, or add black olives and cilantro.
Ingredients for a Perfect Wet Burrito
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 can (16 oz) refried beans
- 1 can (4 oz) green chilies, drained
- 6 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups enchilada sauce (red or green)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- Optional toppings: sour cream, chopped cilantro, sliced olives
Step-by-Step Wet Burrito Instructions
- Brown the Beef: Crumble ground beef into a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir until evenly browned, about 5–7 minutes.
- Build the Flavor: Add diced onion; sauté until translucent. Stir in garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper—cook another minute until fragrant.
- Mix in Beans & Chiles: Drain any excess grease. Fold in refried beans and green chilies until the mixture is smooth and heated through. Turn off heat but keep warm.
- Assemble Burritos: Warm tortillas in the microwave or on a dry skillet. Spoon ~⅔ cup of the beef–bean filling onto each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased 9×13″ baking dish.
- Smother & Bake: Pour enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled burritos. Sprinkle shredded cheese to cover. Bake at 350°F for 15–20 minutes, until sauce bubbles and cheese melts.
- Serve & Garnish: Let rest for 5 minutes. Top with sour cream, cilantro, and olives if desired. Slice and enjoy your saucy creation!
Pro Tips for a Restaurant-Quality Wet Burrito
- Warm tortillas to prevent tearing when rolling.
- Use a mix of cheeses for extra creaminess.
- Make it ahead: Assemble, cover, and refrigerate; bake when ready.
Nutrition & Serving Information
Servings: 6 | Total Time: | Calories per Serving: 916 kcal
Whether it’s a weekend gathering or a cozy family dinner, this wet burrito has you covered. Your next gathering will be unforgettable with this delicious wet burrito.
Recipe source: Allrecipes Fabulous Wet Burritos
Fabulous Wet Burritos
A wet burrito recipe made with flour tortillas filled with ground beef, refried beans, and chiles — topped with a generous amount of sauce and cheese.
Ingredients
Method
- Crumble ground beef into a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir until evenly browned, about 5–7 minutes.
- Add diced onion; sauté until translucent. Stir in garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper—cook another minute until fragrant.
- Drain any excess grease. Fold in refried beans and green chilies until the mixture is smooth and heated through. Turn off heat but keep warm.
- Warm tortillas in the microwave or on a dry skillet. Spoon ~⅔ cup of the beef–bean filling onto each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased 9×13″ baking dish.
- Pour enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled burritos. Sprinkle shredded cheese to cover. Bake at 350°F for 15–20 minutes, until sauce bubbles and cheese melts.
- Let rest for 5 minutes. Top with sour cream, cilantro, and olives if desired. Slice and enjoy your saucy creation!
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