Turkey or Beef Filling for Burritos
Transform your burritos into a flavor-packed masterpiece with this delectable Turkey or Beef Filling recipe! This versatile and easy-to-make filling combines lean ground turkey or beef with aromatic spices like smoky paprika, cumin, and chili powder, creating a savory base that's elevated with the richness of tomato paste and a splash of broth for added depth. Sautéed onions and garlic infuse every bite with irresistible fragrance, while optional mix-ins like black beans and green chiles provide extra texture and a hint of zest. Ready in just 25 minutes, this filling is perfect for stuffing into burritos, topping tacos, or even serving over rice for a hearty meal that's bursting with bold, Tex-Mex-inspired flavors. Ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prepping, this recipe is your go-to for customizable and crowd-pleasing Mexican-inspired dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey or ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1.5 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.75 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 0.5 cup chicken or beef broth
- 0.5 cup cooked black beans (optional)
- 4 ounces diced green chiles (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the ground turkey or beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until it is browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
Sprinkle in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and coat the meat evenly with the spices.
Add the tomato paste and mix it into the meat mixture. Cook for 1-2 minutes to enhance the flavor.
Pour in the chicken or beef broth and stir to deglaze the skillet, scraping any flavorful bits off the bottom. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
If adding optional ingredients, stir in the cooked black beans and diced green chiles at this point, and heat through.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.
Serve the filling warm in burritos, tacos, or over a bed of rice. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1180 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.4 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.8 g | 69% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 363 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 3118 mg | 136% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.2 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.3 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.4 g | ||
| Protein | 113.7 g | 227% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 225 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 2307 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
