TACO BELL BEEFY MELT BURRITO
The Taco Bell Beefy Melt Burrito is a hearty, flavorful burrito packed with seasoned beef, seasoned rice, nacho cheese, three-cheese blend, and crispy tortilla strips. This homemade version is easy to make and just as delicious as the original!
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet or 2 tablespoon taco seasoning
- ¾ cup water
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- 1 cup nacho cheese sauce
- 1 cup shredded three-cheese blend cheddar, Monterey Jack, mozzarella
- 1 cup crispy tortilla strips
- 4 large flour tortillas
- ½ cup sour cream
Instructions
Step No.1: Cook the Beef
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease. Stir in taco seasoning and water, then simmer for 3-4 minutes until thickened.
Step No.2: Prepare the Rice
- In a separate bowl, mix the cooked white rice with salt and cumin. Stir well to season the rice.
Step No.3: Warm the Tortillas
- Heat the flour tortillas in a dry pan or microwave for 10-15 seconds to make them pliable.
Step No.4: Assemble the Burritos
- Lay each tortilla flat and spread ¼ cup of seasoned rice in the center. Add ¼ of the cooked beef, 2 tablespoons nacho cheese sauce, ¼ cup shredded three-cheese blend, and ¼ cup crispy tortilla strips. Drizzle with sour cream.
Step No.5: Fold and Seal
- Fold the sides of the tortilla inward, then roll tightly from the bottom up to seal the burrito.
Step No.6: Toast for Extra Flavor (Optional)
- For a crispy texture, heat a dry skillet over medium heat and toast the burritos for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown.
Step No.7: Serve & Enjoy
- Slice in half and serve warm with salsa, guacamole, or extra nacho cheese sauce!
Notes
- Crispy Strips Alternative: Crushed tortilla chips work if you don’t have tortilla strips.
- Spicy Kick: Add hot sauce or diced jalapeños for extra heat.
- Make It Lighter: Use lean ground turkey and low-fat cheese for a healthier version.
- Extra Cheesy: Add an extra layer of melted shredded cheese before rolling the burrito.
- Steak Melt Burrito: Swap ground beef for grilled steak strips.
- Chicken Melt Burrito: Use shredded or grilled chicken instead of beef.
- Veggie Melt Burrito: Replace beef with black beans and extra cheese.
- Buffalo Melt Burrito: Drizzle buffalo sauce inside for a tangy twist.
- Double-Decker Burrito: Wrap the burrito in a second tortilla with a layer of melted cheese in between for extra indulgence.