Season 03 - Lunch / S03L10
Black Bean and Rice Burritos
Story
As Don Luis carefully folded the warm tortilla around the hearty black bean and rice filling, he smiled. “A good burrito should be simple yet packed with flavor,” he said. “The key is well-seasoned beans, fluffy rice, and just the right touch of spice.” With a final squeeze of lime, the perfect handheld meal was ready to enjoy! This Black Bean and Rice Burrito is a delicious, filling, and budget-friendly meal that’s perfect for lunch or a quick dinner. Let’s make the Don Luis Special version, full of bold Latin flavors and comforting textures! 🔥 Prep & Cook Time
Ingredients
- For the Burritos:
- 4 large flour tortillas 🌯
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed 🫘
- 1 cup cooked white rice 🍚
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese 🧀
- 0.5 cup salsa (mild or spicy) 🍅
- 0.25 cup sour cream (optional) 🥛
- 0.5 tsp cumin
- 0.5 tsp smoked paprika 🌶️
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder 🧄
- 0.5 tsp salt 🧂
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- For Serving:
- 1 avocado, sliced 🥑
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 🌿
- Lime wedges 🍋
Instructions
- 11️⃣ Season the Beans
- 2In a saucepan over medium heat, heat a drizzle of oil. Add black beans, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and cook for 5 minutes until warmed through. 🫘🔥
- 32️⃣ Prepare the Rice
- 4If not already cooked, prepare the white rice and fluff with a fork. Mix in ¼ cup salsa for extra flavor. 🍚✨
- 53️⃣ Warm the Tortillas
- 6Heat tortillas in a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side to make them soft and pliable. 🌯🔥
- 74️⃣ Assemble the Burritos
- 8Lay each tortilla flat and layer with rice, seasoned black beans, shredded cheese, and a spoonful of salsa. Add a dollop of sour cream if desired. 🧀🌯
- 95️⃣ Fold & Serve
- 10Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll tightly into a burrito. Slice in half and serve with avocado slices, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges. 🍋🥑🔥

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