Christmas (Red and Green Chile) Style Smothered Burritos

In New Mexico, ordering "Christmas" means you want both red and green chile — and it's always the right call. These smothered burritos are drenched in a red-green chile sauce made with our Christmas Red & Green Chile Blend, a hot, smoky blend of New Mexico red chile, green chile, and chipotle. This is authentic Southwest comfort food at its finest.

Ingredients

For the Christmas chile sauce:

• 2 tablespoons oil or lard
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 to 3 tablespoons Dam Spice Co. Christmas Chile Blend
• 2 cups chicken or beef broth
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt to taste

For the burritos:

• 4 large flour tortillas
• 2 cups cooked shredded beef, pork, or chicken
• 1 cup cooked Mexican rice
• 1 cup refried beans
• 1½ cups shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese, divided

For topping:

• Sour cream
• Diced white onion
• Fresh cilantro
• Lime wedges

Instructions

1. Make the Christmas chile sauce: Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook 1 minute. Add Christmas Chile Blend and garlic powder, stir for 30 seconds. Slowly whisk in broth until smooth. Simmer 8 to 10 minutes until slightly thickened. Season with salt.
2. Assemble the burritos: Warm tortillas. Layer each with refried beans, rice, meat, and a pinch of cheese. Roll tightly, tucking in the sides.
3. Smother: Place burritos seam-side down in a baking dish or oven-safe skillet. Pour Christmas chile sauce generously over the top. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
4. Broil: Place under the broiler for 3 to 5 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
5. Serve: Top with sour cream, onion, and cilantro. Add a squeeze of lime and dig in.

Tips

• True Christmas style: Split the sauce — pour red on one half and green on the other for the full New Mexico experience.
• Adjust the heat: Christmas Chile Blend is hot — start with 2 tablespoons in the sauce and add more to taste.
• Egg version: Skip the meat and add a fried egg on top for a killer Christmas huevos rancheros.
• Make ahead: The sauce keeps in the fridge for up to 5 days and freezes beautifully.

Grab your Christmas Red & Green Chile Blend and bring true New Mexico flavor to your table.