Description
Cheesy Beef Burritos with Fries are hearty, loaded burritos stuffed with seasoned ground beef, crispy fries, melty cheese, and your favorite toppings—comfort food wrapped in a warm tortilla.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups frozen French fries (cooked until crispy)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream (optional)
- 1/2 cup salsa or pico de gallo (optional)
- 1 cup shredded lettuce (optional)
- 1 tbsp oil for cooking ground beef
Instructions
- Cook French fries according to package directions until golden and crispy.
- Heat oil in a skillet and brown ground beef over medium-high heat.
- Add taco seasoning and water; simmer until thickened.
- Warm tortillas in the microwave or on a pan for easier rolling.
- Layer each tortilla with beef, fries, cheese, and optional toppings like sour cream, lettuce, and salsa.
- Roll burritos tightly, folding in sides as you go.
- Optional: toast burritos seam-side down in a skillet for 1–2 minutes for extra crispiness.
- Serve warm with extra salsa or queso.
Notes
- Swap ground beef for shredded chicken or steak.
- Add jalapeños or hot sauce for a spicy kick.
- Use waffle fries for extra texture and crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American