Yesss đŻ letâs build a proper burritoâbig, flavorful, and wrapped like it wonât explode on you halfway through.
đŻ Classic Loaded Burrito
Base
- Large flour tortillas (warm themânon-negotiable)
- Rice: cilantro-lime rice or plain seasoned rice
- Beans: black or pinto, lightly mashed
Protein (pick one)
- Chicken: grilled or sautéed with cumin, paprika, garlic, lime
- Beef: seasoned ground beef or carne asada
- Carnitas: slow-cooked pork (chefâs kiss)
- Veggie: sautéed peppers, onions, mushrooms
Toppings
- Shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
- Pico de gallo or salsa
- Sour cream or crema
- Guacamole or sliced avocado
- Lettuce (optional, but crunch is nice)
đ©âđł How to Assemble (this matters)
- Warm tortilla till soft and stretchy.
- Lay rice in the center (donât overdo it).
- Add beans, then protein.
- Add toppings sparingly.
- Fold sides in, roll tightly from the bottom up.
- Optional: toast seam-side down in a hot pan for structure.
đ„ Pro Tips
- Less filling = better burrito (I know, painful but true).
- Season every layer lightly.
- If itâs saucy, add rice firstâit acts as a barrier.
- Foil wrap = burrito armor.
đźâđ„ Variations
- Breakfast burrito: eggs, potatoes, cheese, bacon/sausage.
- Smothered burrito: cover in enchilada sauce + bake.
- Crunch burrito: add crushed tortilla chips inside.
- California burrito: steak + fries (wild but iconic).
Want a specific styleâChipotle-style, street-style, breakfast, or spicy as hell?
