Kpd's Awesome Retro Burritos, Tacos or Chimichangas |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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This is my basic recipe for a Mexican ground beef mixture. This way everyone can make what they want: DH makes burritos, I make tacos or chimichangas, and DD makes what I call a fiesta bowl! I usually double the recipe so we can use the leftovers for a Nacho Night! If I'm low on time or spices, I'll just throw in a taco packet, no biggie! Please use your judgement on the seasonings: we like it spicy, so I actually use a lot more than written...if you prefer mild, go a little light initially and increase as necessary. Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef |
1 red onion, diced |
1 poblano pepper, diced |
1 -2 serrano peppers or 1 -2 jalapeno pepper, minced |
3 garlic cloves, minced |
2 teaspoons chili powder (or to taste) |
1 teaspoon ground cumin (or to taste) |
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander (or to taste) |
1/2 teaspoon dried mexican oregano (or to taste) |
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (or to taste) |
1/4 teaspoon onion powder (or to taste) |
1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste) |
1/4 teaspoon cayenne (or to taste) |
1/2 cup beer (i prefer pacifico) |
Directions:
1. Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain.
2. Add onions, peppers and garlic to skillet. Saute 3-5 minutes with beef.
3. Add seasonings or a taco packet to meat and veggies. Pour beer into skillet and stir well to combine (add more beer if mixture needs moistening).
4. ***Serve with warmed flour tortillas, taco shells, spanish rice, and beans.
5. ***Garnish with shredded cheese, pico de gallo, shredded lettuce, salsa, sour cream and guacamole!
6. ***To make a burrito: Place meat and desired fillings in middle of warmed tortilla, fold the sides in and roll up to make a yummy little package.
7. ***To make a chimi: Roll like you're rolling a burrito, place on baking sheet folded side down, brush tortilla with 1-2 tablespoons olive oil or butter, and bake 425 degrees for 10-15 minutes or until browned and crispy!
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