Mexican Bean and Rice Burritos

This is now our new go to recipe when we want something quick and easy! Tasty, quick and healthy :) The recipes uses a batch of my Mexican Styled Rice, then rolled in wholemeal tortillas with cheese (can use vegan cheese) and refried beans.

Mexican Bean and Rice Burritos

Ingredients:

Rice Mix: 

4 cups cooked brown rice (so 2 cups raw cooked with 4 cups water)
1 can of Mexican chili beans with sauce (sugar and pres free)
1 small onion diced
1 green capsicum diced
1 cup of mushrooms diced
2 cloves of local garlic
1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
1/2 spanish smoked paprika
Salt, pepper and chilli to taste

6 or more wholegrain tortillas or wraps

cheese (can use vegan cheese such as Daiya)

refried beans (optional)

Method:

Rice mix:
1. Pre-cook rice and set aside.
2. Sautéed onion, garlic, mushrooms and capsicum in a little oil till soft.
3. Take off heat, then add spices, beans, rice and tomato paste.
4. Mix well then season to taste.

Assembly:

5. Take one tortilla, smear with refried beans.

6. Add cheese and rice.

7. Roll tightly with tin foil or baking paper.

Heating:

8. Heat in a sandwich press or oven for around 5-10 mins.

This is so easy to make especially if you cook the rice the day before.


Enjoy,

Kim xx