How to Fold A Burrito • Feed the Mail

How to fold a burrito correctly is a life-skill that's nothing short of life-changing for a burrito lover! When done right, it turns a burrito into a handheld eating pleasure, as opposed to a dripping mess that eventually needs to be eaten with a fork.

All it takes is mastering 3-simple steps and the results are so worthy.

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Fold a Burrito Step-by-Step
Favorite Burrito Filling Ideas
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Fold a Burrito Step-by-Step

Warm the tortilla shell on a dry griddle over medium-high heat, about 30 seconds per side. This will make the tortilla more pliable. Remove to a cutting board or plate. Spoon the burrito filling on the tortilla in a line, slightly south of center.
Fold the two side edges over the filling.
Keeping the folded sides in place, bring the bottom edge up over the filling. Then tuck the tortilla tight around the filling and roll up.
That’s all there is to it! It will end up looking like a neat little package and it’s ready to eat!

Favorite Burrito Filling Ideas

Grilled chicken or falafel with tabbouleh, hummus, roasted red peppers, feta cheese, and a drizzle of tzatziki sauce wrapped in a warm tortilla.
Grilled zucchini, bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms with cilantro-lime rice, black beans, roasted tomato salsa, shredded lettuce, and crumbled queso fresco wrapped in a tortilla.
Smoky BBQ baked beans with grilled corn, Mexican rice, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, and a drizzle of tangy BBQ sauce.
Sliced grilled steak with seasoned diced potatoes, pico de gallo, black beans, shredded lettuce, Monterey Jack cheese, and a drizzle of creamy chipotle ranch dressing.
Roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, quinoa, corn salsa, avocado slices, diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, and a sprinkle of cotija cheese, seasoned with a chipotle-lime vinaigrette.
Bulgogi-marinated beef or tofu with kimchi, pickled daikon radish, steamed rice, shredded cabbage, sesame seeds, and a drizzle of spicy gochujang sauce.
Blackened shrimp or chicken with Cajun-spiced rice, black beans, sautéed bell peppers and onions, diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, and a creamy remoulade sauce.