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A burrito is a dish made with flour tortilla wrapped in a tube shape around various ingredients such as meats, cheese, sauces, beans, rice and veggies. After stuffing, the tortilla is lightly grilled or steamed.
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Burritos can be eaten by hand, or with a fork and knife. Burritos can also be served covered in a sauce that is either savory or spicy.
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Burritos are often filled with a combination of a protein, starch, vegetables, cheese and sauce.
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Some of the popular proteins used in a burrito is beef, chicken, tofu or pork. The starch can be rice and/or beans. The vegetables are usually lettuce, tomatoes or onions. And the sauces are traditional Mexican sauces such as salsa, pico de gallo, guacamole, or cream.
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In New Mexico, Americans invented the very popular "Breakfast Burrito." This new culinary sensation began so that morning commuters had a handy pocket to eat their breakfast on the go.
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This cookbook has a wide variety of burrito recipes, both traditional and inspired.