How to Make Crispy Bean and Cheese Burritos - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you in the mood for a satisfying and delicious meal that's also quick and easy to make? Look no further than crispy bean and cheese burritos! This classic Tex-Mex dish is a crowd-pleaser, and for good reason. It's packed with flavor, easy to customize, and perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual get-together with friends and family.

One of the best things about crispy bean and cheese burritos is how simple they are to make. You only need a few key ingredients, and you can have ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
  • 1 tablespoon salsa
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
  • 6 (8 inch) flour tortillas
  • ½ cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 1 ½ tablespoons vegetable oil, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 burritos

  • Combine refried beans, salsa, chili powder, garlic powder, and cumin in a mixing bowl; stir until smooth.
  • Spoon about 3 tablespoons of the bean mixture onto the center of a tortilla and smooth into a thin layer. Sprinkle with a large pinch of shredded cheese and roll tightly. Repeat with remaining bean mixture, tortillas, and cheese.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place a few burritos, seam-side down, into the skillet. Cook, turning every 30 seconds, until golden and crispy on all sides, 5 to 8 minutes. Remove to a plate and repeat with remaining burritos.
  • Nutrition

    305 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 17mg
    • Sodium: 562mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 40g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 119mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 288mg