Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large/deep skillet. When hot, add bell pepper, onion, garlic powder, and chili powder. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add ground meat and cook thoroughly, using a wooden spoon or spatula to break up the meat into small pieces as it browns. Once the meat is completely cooked through, remove the pan from heat. Pour the meat and veggie mixture into a large bowl, drain any excess liquid and set aside to cool.
- Use a paper towel to wipe out your pan, or use an alternative pan. Reduce heat to low and return the pan to the heat. Add butter to the pan and move it around to coat. Add all eggs to the pan over the melted butter and stir continuously until the eggs are just barely cooked through. Do not overcook – eggs will cook a tiny bit more when your burritos are reheated. Remove the eggs from the pan and set aside to cool. Let everything cool completely to reduce moisture in the burritos (at least 15-20 minutes).
- Set up a burrito assembly line. If tortillas are cold, wrap in a damp paper towel and heat them for 20 seconds in the microwave to make them more foldable and less likely to rip. Make 8 burritos, each with a sprinkle of cheese, 2 scoops of meat mixture and one big scoop of eggs (plus 5-6 tater tots if using). Wrap your burritos by folding the sides over, wrapping from the bottom and tucking in the sides.
- Wrap each burrito tightly in parchment paper or foil, then store in another airtight container or freezer bag. Store in the fridge for up to 4 days, or in the freezer for up to 3-6 months for best quality. If freezing, make sure to label the bag with the name and date.
- To heat from the fridge: Air fry at 350F for 6-10 minutes, or until the burritos are crispy and golden brown; Reheat in a toaster oven for 7-8 minutes; Or, toast for 4-5 minutes to get the outside crispy, then microwave for 30-45 more seconds. Avoid complete microwaving to prevent sogginess.
- To heat from the freezer: For best results, thaw overnight. If cooking from frozen, air fry with a spritz of avocado spray oil at 250F for 30 minutes, then increase temperature to 350F and air fry for 2-3 more minutes until crispy and golden brown.
Notes
This recipe is naturally gluten-free if you use gluten-free tortillas. The author's personal story highlights the creation of this recipe as a solution for gluten-free family meals and a way to create quality time during meal prep.