Lib's Burrito Filling
Transform your weeknight meals with "Lib's Burrito Filling," a hearty and flavorful blend of seasoned ground beef, tender rice, and zesty black beans that’s perfect for your favorite Mexican-inspired dishes. This easy one-skillet recipe features bold spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika, balanced with the brightness of fresh lime juice and cilantro. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s a versatile filling for burritos, tacos, or enchilada casseroles, or can even double as a topping for taco bowls. Whether you're feeding a family of six or meal-prepping for the week, this crowd-pleasing recipe is as quick as it is delicious.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups Cooked white or brown rice
- 1 can (15 oz) Black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (10 oz) Diced tomatoes with green chiles, drained
- 2 teaspoons Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Step 3
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.
Step 4
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
Step 5
Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper, ensuring the meat is evenly coated with seasoning.
Step 6
Add the drained black beans, diced tomatoes with green chiles, and cooked rice to the skillet. Mix everything together and cook for 5 minutes to heat through.
Step 7
Stir in the fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro. Adjust seasoning to taste if necessary.
Step 8
Remove from heat and let the filling cool slightly before using.
Step 9
Use this mixture to fill burritos, tacos, or as a topping for taco bowls. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1473.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2127.5 |
| Total Fat 98.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 35.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 321.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2841.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 202.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 32.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.3g | |
| Protein 114.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 311.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 22.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2590.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories