Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup cooked black beans
- 1 cup cooked huauzontle (Mexican vegetable similar to broccoli)
- 1/2 cup cooked brown rice
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup salsa
Special equipment needed:
- Large skillet
- Spatula
- Oven or microwave
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large skillet, sauté onion, bell pepper, and garlic until tender.
2. Add cooked black beans, huauzontle, brown rice, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined and heated through.
3. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
4. Place tortillas on a baking sheet and spoon the bean and huauzontle mixture onto the center of each tortilla.
5. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the mixture and fold the sides of the tortilla inwards, then roll up tightly.
6. Bake burritos in the oven for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted and tortillas are crispy.
7. Serve hot with chopped cilantro, sour cream, and salsa.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 350°F (180°C)
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 400
- Total fat: 16g
- Saturated fat: 8g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
- Sodium: 800mg
- Total carbohydrates: 44g
- Dietary fiber: 9g
- Sugars: 3g
- Protein: 20g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Huauzontle can be substituted with broccoli or cauliflower.
- Brown rice can be substituted with white rice or quinoa.
- Cheddar cheese can be substituted with any other type of cheese.
Variations:
- Add diced tomatoes or corn to the bean and huauzontle mixture.
- Use different types of beans such as pinto or kidney beans.
- Add sliced avocado or guacamole on top of the burritos before serving.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to roll the burritos tightly to prevent the filling from falling out.
- If you don't have an oven, you can heat the burritos in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
- You can make the bean and huauzontle mixture ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover burritos in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat, place burritos in the oven or microwave until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve burritos on a plate with a side of salsa and sour cream.
Garnishes:
- Chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, or guacamole.
Pairings:
- Serve with a side of Mexican rice or a green salad.
Suggested side dishes:
- Mexican rice
- Green salad
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the burritos are falling apart, try using toothpicks to hold them together while baking.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the huauzontle and black beans thoroughly before using them in the recipe.
Food history:
- Huauzontle is a traditional Mexican vegetable that has been used in Mexican cuisine for centuries.
Flavor profiles:
- The burritos have a savory and slightly spicy flavor from the cumin and chili powder.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot with chopped cilantro, sour cream, and salsa.
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Region: Mexican