This homemade Enchirito replicates the beloved discontinued Taco Bell menu item with seasoned ground beef and refried beans rolled in soft flour tortillas, topped with red enchilada sauce and sharp cheddar cheese. The microwave method makes it faster and more customizable than the original.
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Brown ground beef in a skillet with onion and salt & pepper to taste. Drain off any excess grease and mix in taco seasoning packet and 1/3 cup water, cover and simmer on low.
Warm refried beans (or make according to my Restaurant Style Refried Beans Recipe)
Place the tortillas between two damp paper towels and steam them in the microwave for about 30 seconds.
Spread a layer of refried beans into the center of one tortilla, add a layer of taco meat over the top of the beans, tuck the ends of the tortilla in and roll up, placing it seam side down on a microwave-safe plate.
Spoon red enchilada sauce over the top of the tortilla and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
Place in the microwave and heat for 1-2 minutes, or until cheese is melty.
Top with your favorite toppings if desired.
Store assembled Enchiritos covered in the refrigerator up to 24 hours before microwaving. Reheat leftovers in the microwave for 1–2 minutes until cheese is melted.
microwave-safe plate · skillet (for browning beef)
Yes. Assemble the rolled tortillas on a plate, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate up to 24 hours before microwaving. Add 30–60 seconds to the heating time if cooking from cold.
An Enchirito is topped with enchilada sauce and melted cheese after rolling, while a burrito is typically served as-is. This dish combines both: it's a bean-and-meat-filled tortilla finished like an enchilada.
Yes. Assemble on a greased baking dish, cover with foil, and bake at 350°F for 15–20 minutes until heated through, then uncover, add cheese, and bake 2–3 minutes more until melted.
This recipe makes 6 Enchiritos using 6 burrito-sized flour tortillas.
Yes. Use salsa (mild or spicy), a tomato-based sauce, or make your own enchilada sauce. The two 10 oz cans provide enough to top all 6 rolled tortillas.
