Description
Hearty sloppy joe grilled burritos combine classic comfort with Mexican-inspired flair. Crispy tortillas wrap savory beef in a delightful fusion that satisfies hungry diners craving bold flavors and easy weeknight meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs (907 g) lean ground beef
- 2 cups (226 g) cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup (113 g) cheddar cheese, additional for sprinkling
- 3 tbsps Worcestershire sauce
- ½ cup (120 ml) ketchup
- 2 tsps light brown sugar
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 2 tbsps chopped onion
- 2 tbsps red bell pepper, chopped
- 2 tbsps green bell peppers, chopped
- ⅓ cup (80 ml) milk
- 1 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Meat Preparation: Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, pulverizing into fine crumbles until no pink remains.
- Vegetable Integration: Fold diced green and red bell peppers along with onions into the beef, seasoning with salt and black pepper. Eliminate excess grease from the pan.
- Flavor Development: Craft a robust sauce by blending ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, and brown sugar, then thoroughly incorporate into the meat mixture.
- Cheese Sauce Creation: Melt cheddar cheese, whole milk, and unsalted butter in a saucepan over low heat, stirring until achieving a silky, uniform consistency.
- Burrito Assembly: Lay out flour tortillas, center them with the saucy beef mixture, drench with molten cheese sauce, then meticulously fold and roll into compact parcels, sealing edges securely.
- Grilling Technique: Heat cooking oil in a skillet, strategically place burritos and sear for 1-2 minutes per side until achieving a golden, crisp exterior.
- Finishing Touch: Transfer burritos to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb residual oil, then garnish with additional shredded cheddar before serving piping hot.
Notes
- Meat Preparation Tip: Break ground beef into tiny, uniform crumbles for even cooking and better texture distribution throughout the burrito.
- Sauce Balancing Technique: Whisk sauce ingredients thoroughly to create a harmonious blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors that complement the beef.
- Cheese Melting Secret: Use low, steady heat when creating cheese sauce to prevent separation and achieve a silky, smooth consistency.
- Burrito Sealing Trick: Fold tortilla edges tightly and press gently to create a seal, preventing filling from leaking during grilling and ensuring a neat, compact final product.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 477
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 830 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg