Revolutionary Burritos

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 15

Revolutionary Burritos filled with sweet potatoes, plantains, black beans and rice, drizzled with spicy barbecue sauce

by The Chefin Mexican

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 cup sweet potato , diced and cooked
	1 cup very ripe plantain , thinly sliced
	2 cups short-grain brown rice , cooked , to room temperature
	2 cups whole black beans , cooked , to room temperature
	1 medium red onion , peeled and diced
	3/4 cup spicy barbecue sauce ( homemade is best , try Finger Lickin Good BBQ Sauce )
	6 wheat flour tortillas
	olive oil , for frying

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

405

Sugar

10g

Fat

These Revolutionary Burritos are a unique twist on traditional Mexican burritos. Filled with caramelized sweet potatoes, thinly sliced plantains, protein-rich black beans, and nutty brown rice, these burritos are a filling and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed any time of day. Drizzled with spicy barbecue sauce, these burritos are bursting with flavor and perfect for those who love a combination of sweet and spicy. These burritos are a great option for a quick weeknight meal or as a make-ahead lunch for the week ahead.

Instructions

1.	In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2.	Add the diced red onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes.
3.	Add the diced sweet potato and thinly sliced plantain to the skillet.
4.	Cook until the sweet potato and plantain are caramelized and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.
5.	Stir in the black beans and cooked brown rice, cooking until heated through.
6.	Divide the filling evenly among the wheat flour tortillas and roll them up into burritos.
7.	In a small saucepan, heat up the spicy barbecue sauce over low-medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8.	Drizzle the barbecue sauce over the burritos and serve.

PROS

These Revolutionary Burritos are a delicious and unique blend of flavors, combining the sweetness of plantains, the creaminess of sweet potatoes, the protein-rich black beans, and the nuttiness of brown rice.

They are a filling and hearty meal that can be enjoyed any time of day.

CONS

The preparation for the sweet potatoes, plantains, and black beans can take some time, but the end result is worth the effort.

These burritos can be quite messy to eat, so it’s best to have napkins on hand.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sweet potatoes are an excellent source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, and potassium, as well as being low in calories and fat.
Plantains are also a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, and vitamin A.
Black beans are a great source of protein, dietary fiber, and iron, and they can help lower the risk of heart disease and obesity.
Brown rice is an excellent source of complex carbohydrates, and it’s also a good source of protein, dietary fiber, and B vitamins.