Crispy Bean and Cheese Burritos

Crispy Bean and Cheese Burritos offer a deliciously simple meal packed with flavorful refried beans, melted cheese, and warming spices. These burritos are easy to prepare, using pantry staples like flour tortillas, salsa, and common seasonings such as chili powder and garlic powder. The method involves mixing the bean filling, layering it inside tortillas with cheese, and pan-frying until golden and crispy. This quick and tasty recipe makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner or a convenient snack that's perfect when you crave something hearty yet straightforward.

How to serve

Each Crispy Bean and Cheese Burrito serves as a filling individual portion, perfect for a light lunch or an easy dinner. You can complement the burritos with sides like fresh guacamole, homemade salsa, or a crisp salad to add some freshness and balance. Serving these burritos with a dollop of sour cream or a squeeze of lime juice can enhance their flavor further, making them even more enjoyable.

For another dish to enjoy alongside this recipe, explore Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Sandwich.

Storage and freezing

Leftover Crispy Bean and Cheese Burritos should be cooled completely before storing. Place them in an airtight container or wrap individually in foil to help maintain their crispiness as much as possible. Refrigeration is best to keep the burritos fresh; however, guidance on the exact storage duration and reheating methods needs verification for this recipe to ensure quality and safety.

Tips and tricks

When shaping the burritos, smoothing the bean mixture into a thin layer inside the tortilla helps them cook evenly and become crispy on the outside. Rolling the tortillas tightly keeps the filling from spilling during cooking. Turn the burritos frequently in the pan to get an even golden crisp on all sides, ensuring the cheese inside melts nicely and the tortillas stay firm without burning.

Recipe shared with permission from tastesbetterfromscratch.com. Original ingredients and instructions are preserved.

Crispy Bean and Cheese Burritos

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 16 ounce can refried beans (, pinto or black)
• 1 Tablespoon salsa
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese (, or cheddar cheese)
• 6 medium flour tortillas
• salsa (, for dipping)

Method

 

1. Add the refried beans, salsa, chili powder, garlic powder and cumin to a mixing bowl and stir until smooth.
2. Spoon about three tablespoons of the bean mixture onto the center of a flour tortilla and smooth into a thin layer.
3. Sprinkle with a small handful of shredded cheese. Roll tightly. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
4. Heat 1-2 tablespoons of oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Place a few burritos, seam side down, into the pan.
5. Turn them every 30 seconds or so as they cook until they are golden and crispy on all sides.
6. Serve warm, with homemade five-minute salsa and guacamole, for dipping.

Notes

Original yield: 6