Sign-In

0 ratings

Be the first to rate!

Jump to Recipe

Cajun Beef & Bean Burritos

A mash up between Mexican and Cajun, these easy burritos use prepared salsa and a package of Cajun rice and beans for a quick dinner!

Cajun Beef & Bean Burritos

Cook Time: 40 Minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients: 7

(Keeps screen awake)

Ingredients

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Cut beef Top Sirloin Steak Boneless lengthwise in half, then crosswise into 1/8 to 1/4-inch thick strips. Place beef and 1/2 cup salsa in medium bowl; toss to coat. Cover and marinate in refrigerator 30 minutes to 2 hours.

    Cooking Tip: You can substitute 1 Top Round Steak, cut 3/4 inch thick or Flank Steak for Top Sirloin Steak Boneless.

  2. Step 2

    Prepare rice and bean mix according to package directions, using 1/4 cup less water and omitting oil or margarine; keep warm.

  3. Step 3

    Meanwhile remove beef from marinade; discard marinade. Heat 1 teaspoon oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add 1/2 of beef; stir-fry 1 to 2 minutes or until outside surface of beef is no longer pink. Do not overcook. Remove from skillet. Repeat with remaining 1 teaspoon oil and beef. Season with salt, as desired.

  4. Step 4

    Return beef with juices to skillet. Add rice and remaining 1/4 cup salsa; cook and stir 1 to 2 minutes or until heated through.

  5. Step 5

    Spoon 1 cup beef mixture evenly down center of each tortilla, leaving 1-1/2-inch border around edge. Fold bottom edge up over filling. Fold right and left sides to center, overlapping edges. Serve with additional salsa, as desired.

    Cooking Tip: For colorful burritos, use flavored flour tortillas such as red pepper, tomato or spinach.

Nutrition Information

463 Calories

0 %*

3.3g SAT FAT

0 %DV**

29g PROTEIN

0 %DV

4.1 mg IRON

0 %DV

4.2 mg ZINC

0 %DV

* Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

** Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet

Nutrition information per serving: 463 Calories; 99 Calories from fat; 11g Total Fat (3.3 g Saturated Fat; 0.1 g Trans Fat; 2.6 g Polyunsaturated Fat; 2.9 g Monounsaturated Fat;) 56 mg Cholesterol; 1262 mg Sodium; 58 g Total Carbohydrate; 1.7 g Dietary Fiber; 5.5 g Total Sugars; 29 g Protein; 0 g Added Sugars; 99 mg Calcium; 4.1 mg Iron; 330 mg Potassium; 0.1 mcg Vitamin D; 0.3 mg Riboflavin; 12.3 mg NE Niacin; 0.5 mg Vitamin B6; 1.2 mcg Vitamin B12; 267 mg Phosphorus; 4.2 mg Zinc; 35.4 mcg Selenium; 83.2 mg Choline.

This recipe is an excellent source of Protein, Iron, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Phosphorus, Zinc, and Selenium; and a good source of Choline.

Safe Handling Tips:

  • Wash hands with soap and water before cooking and always after touching raw meat.
  • Separate raw meat from other foods.
  • Wash all cutting boards, utensils, and dishes after touching raw meat.
  • Do not reuse marinades used on raw foods.
  • Wash all produce prior to use.
  • Cook steaks and roasts until temperature reaches 145°F for medium rare, as measured by a meat thermometer, allowing to rest for three minutes.
  • Cook Ground Beef to 160°F as measured by a meat thermometer.
  • Refrigerate leftovers promptly.

For more information on degree of doneness and other cooking tips.

For more information on safe food handling and beef safety.

Related Recipes

Browse Recipes by Category
Mexican

Sign Up or Log In to Share Your Beef-Loving Review!

We're committed to delivering delicious recipes and valuable tips. Your feedback helps us serve the Beef Loving Texans community better. Take a moment to rate us and leave a review.

Share Your Beef-Loving Experience!

We're committed to delivering delicious recipes and valuable tips. Your feedback helps us serve the Beef Loving Texans community better. Take a moment to rate us and leave a review.