Description
A delicious fusion of barbecue and Mexican street food, this Smoked Beef Rib Burrito features tender, fall-off-the-bone smoked beef ribs shredded and wrapped with cilantro lime rice, black beans, cheese, and flavorful toppings. It’s a handheld BBQ feast that’s perfect for feeding a crowd or meal prepping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lbs beef short ribs or chuck ribs
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp butter
- 6 large flour tortillas (burrito size)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 large avocado, sliced
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 1 cup pico de gallo or salsa
- 1/4 cup pickled jalapeños
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
- 1/2 cup sour cream (for chipotle crema)
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo, minced (for chipotle crema)
- 1 tbsp adobo sauce (for chipotle crema)
- 1 tsp lime juice (for chipotle crema)
- Pinch of salt (for chipotle crema)
Instructions
- Mix all dry rub ingredients. Pat ribs dry and coat with rub. Let sit for 30 minutes. Preheat smoker to 225°F (or oven to 275°F). Smoke ribs for 6-8 hours until tender (203°F internal temp). If using oven, wrap in foil after 3 hours. Rest ribs for 15 minutes, then shred meat, discarding bones and fat.
- Rinse rice until water runs clear. Boil chicken broth in a saucepan. Add rice, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 18 minutes. Remove from heat, let stand 5 minutes. Fluff rice, then stir in cilantro, lime juice, salt, and butter.
- Mix sour cream, minced chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, lime juice, and salt for the chipotle crema.
- Heat black beans in a saucepan until warm. Season with salt and pepper. Warm tortillas in a skillet or over a flame until pliable.
- Lay a warm tortilla flat. Add 1/2 cup cilantro lime rice, 1/3 cup black beans, 1/2 cup shredded beef, 1/4 cup cheese, 2 tbsp sour cream or chipotle crema, avocado slices, diced red onion, pico de gallo, and pickled jalapeños in the center.
- Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll tightly from the bottom up.
- Optional: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place burritos seam-side down and cook for 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy. Flip and repeat.
- Serve with lime wedges and hot sauce.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a dash of liquid smoke to the rub if not smoking.
- Ensure ingredients are layered thoughtfully for optimal rolling and to prevent sogginess.
- Serve immediately for the best texture, or wrap in foil to keep warm.
- Leftover smoked beef ribs can be used in this recipe.
- Customization is encouraged; adjust fillings and spice levels to your preference.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Smoking/Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito
- Calories: Approximately 800-1000 (estimated)
- Sugar: High
- Sodium: High
- Fat: High
- Saturated Fat: High
- Unsaturated Fat: Moderate
- Trans Fat: Low
- Carbohydrates: High
- Fiber: Moderate
- Protein: High
- Cholesterol: High