In the hustle and bustle of daily life, having a stash of Delicious Freezer Bean Burritos can save the day. These convenient, flavorful bundles not only save time but also bring a touch of homemade comfort to your meals. While store-bought freezer burritos are a quick fix, they often lack the personalized touch and rich flavors that homemade versions provide. Making your own allows you to control the ingredients and cater to your taste preferences, ensuring a nutritious and satisfying meal every time.
Freezer bean burrito Ingredients:
Chicken thighs
Chicken fat - reserved from the thighs
1 can of pinto beans (recommended brand: La Costeña)
1 can of green chili
¼ cup of green salsa
Onion
Serrano pepper
½ long-grained parboiled rice
¾ water
Chicken bouillon (or substitute with salt and pepper)
Oil or lard (optional for beans)
Flour tortillas
Burrito and taco glue Ingredients:
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
Enough water to create paste
Cheese (optional)
Instructions:
Season the chopped chicken thighs with chicken bouillon or your preferred seasoning (salt and pepper). Set the seasoned chicken aside.
Measure 1/2 cup of long-grained parboiled rice. Add 3/4 cup of water (for this type of rice). Mix the rice with the water and set it aside.
Add the seasoned chicken to the rice and water mixture. Add 1/4 cup of salsa verde to the mixture. Seal and cook the mixture in an Instant Pot or pressure cooker, performing a quick pressure release once it's done.
Blend the pinto beans until smooth. Heat the saved chicken fat in a pan until it melts and smells buttery. Add the chopped onion and Serrano pepper to the pan and cook until the onions are soft. Add the blended beans and the can of green chilies to the pan. Cook on low heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Mix one spoon of all-purpose flour with water to make a paste. This will be used to seal the burritos.
Lay out a tortilla. Spread a layer of the smooth beans on the tortilla. Add a scoop of the chicken and rice mixture. Add cheese (optional). Apply the "burrito glue" along the edge of the tortilla. Fold and roll the tortilla to form a burrito, using the glue to seal it.
Once assembled, let the burritos cool down. Place the burritos in a freezer bag and store them in the freezer. Optionally, color-code or label the burritos for easy identification.
If thawed overnight, warm the burrito on the stovetop. If frozen, microwave the burrito for about 1.5 minutes.
Tip:
-The recipe is budget-friendly and customizable. If you have picky eaters or need to differentiate types of burritos, you can use different wrappers or stickers for easy identification.
-The burrito "glue" will cook once you re-heat your burritos. If you have concerns over using this method you can omit.
Enjoy these freezer burritos, which are perfect for a quick, delicious meal any time of the day! #beanburrito
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