Jessica’s Crunchy Beef Burrito’s

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 12

Crunchy Beef Burrito filled with Spicy Doritos and Salsa con Queso

by The Chefin Mexican

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 lb lean ground beef
	1 small onion , diced ( optional )
	1 green pepper , diced ( optional )
	1 package taco seasoning ( 1/4 c. bulk taco seasoning )
	11 ounces nacho chips ( Doritos Spicy or any flavor of your choice )
	3 cups cooked rice ( white , brown or Mexican flavored )
	12 ounces salsa con queso ( Tostitos brand or any cheddar type cheese dip )
	12 flour tortillas

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

480

Sugar

Fat

23g

The Crunchy Beef Burrito is an innovative take on the traditional beef burrito. Filled with spicy Doritos and Salsa con Queso, this burrito is unique in texture and flavor. This recipe is loved by those who appreciate the blend of textures and flavors that this recipe can offer. It serves as a perfect weekend snack or as a part of a meal. This Crunchy Beef Burrito goes well with a delicious salsa or sour cream dip and your choice of toppings. Enjoy the deliciousness of this burrito while watching your favorite game or enjoying a movie at home.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.	In a large non-stick skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until well browned, stirring frequently. Drain any excess fat.
3.	Add onions and green peppers if using and cook for a few more minutes.
4.	Add taco seasoning to the beef mixture and stir until well combined.
5.	Crush the nacho chips with your hands into small pieces.
6.	Add cooked rice, taco beef mixture, nacho chips, and salsa con queso to a mixing bowl.
7.	Mix well until all is well combined.
8.	Wrap 1/4 cup of the mixture in a flour tortilla and fold to seal the ends.
9.	Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients and arrange the burritos in a baking dish.
10.	Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy on the edges. Serve hot with your favorite toppings.

PROS

These burritos are easy to make, delicious, and filling.

The use of spicy Doritos and salsa con queso creates a unique flavor and texture profile that is hard to find elsewhere.

CONS

The use of processed chips and queso dip can make this burrito high in calories and fat.
As such, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Moreover, the presence of beef in the recipe may not cater to the vegetarian and vegan audience.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This burrito has its benefits.
It provides a high quantity of protein owing to beef and rice. In addition, nachos chips, being made of corn makes it gluten-free.
Salsa con queso, on the other hand, being made of cheese and salsa, provides a good quantity of calcium, protein, and Vitamin D.
However, keep in mind that processed food items may not cater to certain dietary restrictions or specific health conditions.