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Wet Burritos Recipe

Wet Burritos Recipe
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4.6 from 24 reviews

These Wet Burritos are a delicious and comforting Mexican-American dish that features seasoned ground beef, refried beans, and rice wrapped in a flour tortilla, smothered in enchilada sauce, and baked with melty cheese. Perfect for a family dinner or a casual gathering with friends.

Ingredients

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For the Beef Mixture:

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (1 oz) packet taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup water

For Assembly:

  • 1 (15 oz) can refried beans
  • 1 cup cooked rice (optional)
  • 4 large flour tortillas (burrito-size)
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
  • 1 (10 oz) can red enchilada sauce
  • 1 (10 oz) can green enchilada sauce or additional red
  • Chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, sour cream, and green onions (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook Beef: In a skillet, cook ground beef and onion until browned. Add garlic, taco seasoning, and water. Simmer until thickened. Stir in refried beans and cooked rice.
  3. Assemble Burritos: Fill tortillas with beef mixture, sprinkle with cheese, and roll up burrito-style. Place in a baking dish.
  4. Add Sauces: Mix enchilada sauces and pour over burritos. Top with remaining cheese.
  5. Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Serve: Let rest, then garnish with lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, and green onions.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey or shredded chicken.
  • Add jalapeños or hot sauce for extra heat.
  • Freezer-friendly before baking—wrap tightly and freeze, then bake from frozen with extra time.

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