A burrito is a delicious Mexican staple, with humble beginnings, and has travelled from its likely origins in Mexico to all parts of the world. The versatility of the burrito may change with its filling, whether it be chicken, pulled pork or beef, but at its core, it remains the same across its many versions.<\/p>
The word burrito literally means little donkey in Spanish! A \u201cburro\u201d is a donkey, and the diminutive form \u201cburrito\u201d means \u201clittle donkey!\u201d Legend has it that Juan Mendez, a street vendor from Chihuahua in Mexico, used a donkey to carry around his supplies for his food cart. To keep the food warm, he would wrap it up in a large flour tortilla. These wrapped-food parcels actually refer to Juan\u2019s much-loved donkey who helped him deliver them. These burritos were small and lightly packed with meat and other ingredients.<\/p>
Traditionally, the ingredients used for a burrito include flour-based tortillas, a meat (chicken or beef) filling, (refried) beans and a salsa or hot sauce. That is, if you\u2019re interested in sticking to an authentic burrito recipe.<\/p>
But there\u2019s no strict list of ingredients needed in a burrito. We can bring in some non-traditional elements. Some common ones we add are cheese, sour cream, guacamole, rice, chili peppers and other vegetables. Our version, for example, can include guacamole, grilled onion, cheese or feta cheese, pickled jalape\u00f1os, and fresh coriander.<\/p>
In terms of the filling, there\u2019s not much difference. The main difference between a taco and a burrito is the quantity you can consume, and size of the dish.<\/p>
Tacos tend to be small, so you can usually make up several to satisfy you at mealtimes. Traditional tacos \u201cshells\u201d are made from corn masa flour with a tortilla press. Whereas, a burrito wrap is made out of one large wheat tortilla. Depending on the size, a single burrito is usually the equivalent of a meal serving.<\/p>
There are also other variations to the burrito and tacos, too: fajitas, quesadillas, enchiladas, and tostadas \u2013 all various ways to serve and enjoy similar Mexican fillings.<\/p>
If you\u2019re looking for an authentic burrito experience, you will want to omit the rice. While rice is very common in burritos and can be delicious, traditional burritos are small, need to be packed tightly, and served thin. An authentic burrito is made with a warm (or toasted) flour tortilla with just enough filling so it can be rolled tightly.<\/p>
Refried beans are a traditional staple of Mexican cuisine. While commonly made using pinto beans, refried beans are made with black or kidney beans in different regions of Mexico. Despite the name, they haven\u2019t been fried twice: they\u2019re simply beans that have been cooked and then mashed.<\/p>
The term comes from the translation of the Spanish name for the dish \u2013 frijoles refritos. In Spanish, \u201crefritos\u201d means \u201cwell-fried\".<\/p>
Try this healthy side alongside any Mexican meal. You can eat refried beans with tortilla chips as a dip or add these protein-rich, refried beans inside tacos, enchiladas and burritos. Spread them on the inside of a quesadilla or on top of a tostada.<\/p>
The most important thing to keep in mind when it comes to making burritos is to add the right amount of filling. You need to be able to wrap it tightly and keep the filling inside without tearing or ripping the wrap. Of course, it can get messy once you begin eating \u2013 but that\u2019s all part of the experience!<\/p>
Though wrapping a burrito can be pretty tricky at the start, it\u2019s a skill worth mastering. It\u2019s also a fun and tasty activity to involve the kids in.<\/p>
If you want to take it even further, you can sear the seam of a burrito to seal it tight. This is ideal if you\u2019re planning on making it now and enjoying it later. Make sure to wrap it up in aluminum foil to keep heat sealed before you eat it (remember to take off the foil before you microwave it).<\/p>
The best part of a burrito is its versatility: you can make the tortilla bigger or small to suit your taste, you can fill it with a variety of fillings, you can add heat with chillies or keep it mild. As they can contain so many ingredients, making a burrito is a little bit of a task. But the end result is worthwhile: enjoying a burrito is easy!<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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