Description
Zesty Mexican burrito roll ups bring explosive flavor to your table with minimal effort. Creamy cheese, spicy jalapeños, and savory meats combine in these quick, irresistible appetizers that will make you the star of any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) refried beans
- 8 ounces (227 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 package burrito-size tortillas
Vegetable Ingredients:
- 4 ounces (113 grams) diced green chiles
Serving Ingredient:
- Salsa, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare a creamy, zesty filling by thoroughly mixing refried beans, diced green chiles, and cream cheese in a medium mixing bowl until achieving a uniform, silky texture.
- Carefully spread the prepared bean mixture in a thin, even layer across each tortilla, ensuring complete coverage from edge to edge.
- Tightly roll each tortilla into a compact cylinder, similar to a jelly roll technique, applying gentle, consistent pressure to maintain a uniform shape.
- Position the rolled tortillas seam-side down on a clean tray, preventing unraveling and maintaining their structural integrity.
- Chill the rolled tortillas in the refrigerator for a minimum of 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to harmonize and the filling to slightly firm up.
- Immediately prior to serving, slice the chilled tortilla rolls into precise half-inch sections, creating bite-sized appetizer portions.
- Artfully arrange the cut sections on a serving platter, accompanied by a vibrant salsa for dipping, creating an appealing and inviting presentation.
Notes
- Chill the rolled tortillas for at least 30 minutes to help them hold their shape and blend the flavors together.
- Use room temperature cream cheese for easier mixing and a smoother consistency with the refried beans and green chiles.
- Choose soft, fresh tortillas that are pliable to make rolling easier and prevent cracking.
- Slice the roll-ups just before serving to keep them fresh and prevent the edges from drying out.
- Prepare these appetizers in advance for stress-free entertaining, as they can be refrigerated for several hours before slicing.
- Pair with your favorite salsa or hot sauce to add an extra kick of flavor and spice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg