Delicious Black Bean Burritos

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Black Bean BurritosBurritos are one of the most popular Mexican foods. This vegetarian version of burritos combine black beans, garlic, jalapeno peppers and cream cheese wrapped in a warm tortilla. To add some extra decadence to this dish, add half a chopped avocado.

Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Serves: 2

Ingredients

2 (10 inch) flour tortillas
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tsp jalapeno peppers, minced
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
1 tsp minced garlic
1 (15 oz. /450 g) can black beans, rinsed and drained
3 oz. (90 g) cream cheese
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 tsp salt

Directions

1. Wrap tortillas in foil and heat in the oven at in 350 °F (175 °C) for 10-12 minutes.
2. Add the oil to a large frying pan and set over medium heat.
3. Add the garlic, onion, bell pepper, and jalapenos and cook for 2-3 minutes stirring occasionally.
4. Throw the beans into the pan and cook for another 3 minutes.
5. Cut the cream cheese small pieces and add to the pan. Season with salt and allow to cook for additional 2 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro and stir well.
6. Place the cooked mixture in center of each tortilla and fold the edges over.
7. Serve immediately.

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