Description
Taco Bell’s Beefy Melt Burrito delivers a flavor-packed Mexican-inspired experience with seasoned beef, creamy nacho cheese sauce, and zesty red sauce. Hearty ingredients wrapped in a warm tortilla create a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning
- ¼ cup water, or beef broth
Grains and Base:
- 2 cups cooked Mexican rice, or instant Mexican rice
- 4 burrito-sized flour tortillas
- 2 cups Fritos or Doritos
- 1 cup refried beans, optional
Cheese and Toppings:
- 1 cup cheese dip, warmed (like Tostitos)
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
- ½ cup sour cream
- Salsa, if desired
Instructions
- Heat a sauté pan over medium-high heat and crumble ground beef into the pan, breaking it into small pieces while cooking until no longer pink, approximately 6-7 minutes.
- Sprinkle taco seasoning over the cooked beef and add water, stirring thoroughly to combine. Simmer for an additional minute to blend flavors.
- Incorporate refried beans into the beef mixture, adjusting consistency with extra water if needed to create a smooth, spreadable texture.
- Prepare Mexican rice according to package instructions or warm previously cooked rice in a separate pan.
- Microwave tortillas for 30 seconds to increase pliability and make them easier to fold.
- Place a warm tortilla on a clean work surface and center approximately of the beef and bean mixture in the middle.
- Layer of prepared rice directly over the meat mixture.
- Sprinkle crushed Fritos across the rice for added crunch and texture.
- Add a generous spoonful of cheese dip, followed by shredded cheese and a dollop of sour cream.
- Fold the sides of the tortilla inward, then roll from the bottom edge tightly to create a secure burrito.
- Repeat the assembly process with remaining ingredients to create multiple burritos.
- Optional: Toast the assembled burritos in a skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side to create a crispy exterior.
- Serve immediately, accompanied by salsa if desired.
Notes
- Customize the meat’s consistency by adding water to prevent dryness and ensure a perfect texture.
- Warm tortillas briefly in the microwave to make them more pliable and easier to fold.
- Layer ingredients strategically from center to edges for even distribution and balanced flavors.
- Toast the burrito in a pan after rolling to create a crispy exterior and enhance overall taste.
- Prepare rice and meat mixture ahead of time to streamline the assembly process.
- Serve immediately to enjoy maximum crispiness and prevent soggy tortilla texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 720 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 1280 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 65 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg