Description
This Taco Bell Beefy Melt Burrito recipe is a quick and flavorful meal that combines seasoned ground beef, refried beans, Mexican rice, crunchy Fritos or Doritos, cheese dip, and melted Mexican cheese inside warm flour tortillas. Perfect for a satisfying dinner, these burritos can be enjoyed as is or pan-toasted for a crispy outer layer, served with salsa for added zest.
Ingredients
Beef Mixture
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 (1 oz) packet taco seasoning
- 1/4 cup water or beef broth
- 1 cup refried beans (optional)
Rice
- 2 cups cooked Mexican rice (or instant Mexican rice)
Burrito Assembly
- 4 burrito-sized flour tortillas
- 2 cups Fritos or Doritos
- 1 cup cheese dip, warmed (such as Tostitos)
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Salsa (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Cook the Beef: Heat a sauté pan over medium heat and add the ground beef. Cook, breaking apart the meat with a spatula, until it is no longer pink. Add the taco seasoning and water or beef broth, stir well, and cook for another minute. Mix in the refried beans and adjust consistency with a little more water if the mixture is too thick.
- Prepare the Rice and Tortillas: Cook instant Mexican rice according to package instructions or heat leftover cooked Mexican rice. Warm the flour tortillas in the microwave for about 30 seconds to make them pliable.
- Assemble Burritos: Lay a warmed tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spoon a couple of tablespoons of the beef and bean mixture into the center, followed by a couple of tablespoons of Mexican rice. Add a layer of Fritos or Doritos, a generous spoonful of warm cheese dip, shredded cheese, and a dollop of sour cream. Fold the sides of the tortilla inward, then roll up tightly into a burrito. Repeat with remaining tortillas and fillings.
- Optional Toasting: Serve the burritos immediately as they are or heat a skillet on medium heat and toast the burritos, seam side down first, turning occasionally until the outside is golden and crisp. Serve warm with salsa if desired.
Notes
- Refried beans are optional but add creaminess and help bind the filling.
- Use beef broth instead of water for enhanced flavor in the taco meat.
- Warming tortillas makes rolling easier without tearing.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute cooked lentils or plant-based crumbles for the beef and use vegan cheese and sour cream.
- To make the burritos crispier, pan-toasting is recommended but not required.
