Wet Burritos – Smothered, Cheesy, and Irresistible

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F and grease two 9×13 baking dishes.
Cook beef – brown ground beef and onions in skillet until no pink remains. Drain grease.
Season – stir in garlic, cumin, salt, pepper, green chilies, and refried beans. Mix well. Remove from heat.
Make sauce – in saucepan, combine tomato sauce, enchilada sauce, and chili. Whisk, heat through, and keep warm.
Assemble burritos – divide beef-bean filling into 6 portions. Place one portion in each tortilla with a sprinkle of cheese and (optional) lettuce. Fold like an envelope.
Arrange burritos seam-side down in baking dishes.
Smother – pour sauce mixture evenly over burritos. Sprinkle remaining cheese over the top.
Bake 15–20 minutes until hot and bubbly.
Garnish & serve with lettuce, sour cream, tomatoes, or toppings of your choice.

What to Serve With Wet Burritos

Spanish rice or Mexican rice 🌾
Fresh guacamole & tortilla chips 🥑
A side salad with lime vinaigrette 🥗
Margaritas or Mexican sodas 🍹

Tips for Success

Don’t skimp on sauce – the burritos should be fully smothered.
Toast tortillas lightly before filling to keep them from getting soggy.
Serve with plenty of toppings so everyone can customize.
Bake uncovered so cheese melts and bubbles beautifully.

Storage & Reheating

Fridge: Store covered up to 3 days.
Freezer: Freeze individually wrapped burritos before baking; thaw and add sauce before reheating.
Reheat: Bake at 350°F until hot, or microwave single portions with extra sauce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are they called “wet” burritos?
Because instead of being handheld, they’re smothered in sauce and eaten with a fork.

Can I make them vegetarian?
Yes! Use black beans, refried beans, and veggies as your filling.

Can I prepare them ahead of time?
Yes—assemble burritos without sauce, refrigerate, then add sauce and cheese before baking.

Nutrition (per serving, approx.)

Calories: 525 kcal
Protein: 28g
Carbs: 42g
Fat: 27g

Final Thoughts

Wet Burritos are the ultimate comfort food—big, saucy, and packed with flavor. They’re easy to make, fun to customize, and guaranteed to disappear fast at the dinner table.