Wet Burrito Recipe Saucy Burritos The Curry Mommy

Try this fusion recipe for your next gathering! It is easy to make ahead of time and enjoyed by everyone. “California Style Wet Burrito”? My late aunt, who once lived in California, taught me how to make this recipe. As a way to be healthy and cost-efficient, she made it with fresh homemade roti back in the 70’s.

Ingredients

See the full list of ingredients and quantities needed in the recipe card below.

Substitutions

Here is a list of alternatives that can be used when making this recipe.

Pasta Sauce - Feel free to use one you like and meets your dietary needs. Beans- Substitute with your favorite protein such as chicken, beef, vegetables, or different beans.Enchilada Seasoning- Use McCormick burrito seasoning or enchilada sauce of choice.

How to make the wet burrito sauce

Start by cooking the diced vegetables in a pan with some oil. Once the vegetables are translucent, add the fresh minced garlic enchilada seasoning, red chili powder, and garam masala. Give it a good stir. Gently pour in the traditional pasta sauce and water. Let the sauce simmer for about 10 minutes. Do a taste test and add sugar if needed. The sauce is now ready to smother burritos with.

How to make grilled stuffed burritos

Stuff the burrito with your favorites! My favorites for this recipe include refried beans, shredded Mexican cheese, thinly sliced green onions, and diced peppers. Try to roll the burritos so the ends are tightly tucked in. This will help prevent the ingredients from oozing out when cooked. Once all of the burritos are rolled, grill the burritos in a pan with a little bit of oil. Alternatively, the stuffed burritos can be grilled on a grill, baked in the oven, or air-fried as well.

Serving Instructions and Assembly

Below you will find instructions on how I like to assemble the wet burritos. This is a personal preference, so feel free to add the toppings that you prefer. Pour the red burrito sauce over the grilled burritos and top with fresh salad greens. Enjoy the saucy burritos nice and hot!