So yes - I bought an Evol Burrito because Brendan from Survivor is one of the company's owners...Sue me.
There he is...don't even ask me what season he was on. He was also one of the founders of Bear Naked Granola and sold that off...
I heard about them a while back - they pack over 20 grams of protein - which is pretty unique for a frozen burrito!I ran across the Egg & Sausage recently on a trip to Biggs and decided to try it. It costs $3.99 so it's NOT cheap!
Listen to the description: Scrambled eggs, house-made chorizo sausage, herb roasted potatoes, pinto beans, monterey jack and cheddar cheeses and an authentic tomato salsa - all hand rolled together in an insanely tasty flour tortilla.
Sounds great - eh?
Well today - I nuked it and had it for breakfast. The verdict?
Eh - it wasn't too good. I'm very full but I think the potatoes just made it all mushy. I didn't taste the cheeze or the salsa - which were my two hopes that this would be good - all I tasted was potato and an occasional bite of chorizo. That's the problem with a lot of frozen burritos - they just are glumpy. Is that a word? Maybe not - but say it - GLUMPY - that's how it tastes. Dry and not much flavor.
:-(
I had high hopes.
They have a ton of flavors like Cilantro Lime Chicken, Tofu & Spinach Saute and Veggie Fajita (those are non-breakfast obviously) - so if I run into one of those - I might give it a try. The ingredients are much "healthier" than the other frozen burrito options and they are big on the "green" movement.
And 21 grams of protein - I mean - that's like one of those god-awful protein bars that Larry eats! I'll take a glumpy burrito over that any day!
7 comments:
Frozen burrito--enough said.
:)
Do what my nephew does...cover it a half a jar of hot salsa then nuke it.
Tirz
That's too bad. I really love those cheap, 80-cent frozen burritos that are in the bottom bin at Kroger's. I forget what they're called, but you'll know 'em when you see 'em. :)
Also, check out this article on frozen burritos. Such a fun topic!
http://www.asylum.com/2008/05/05/the-heat-in-the-icebox-our-frozen-burrito-bonanza/
I have to admit - the El Monterrey Beef & Bean are my favorite.
http://www.elmonterey.com/mexicanfood/burritos-family-packs/beef-bean-burritos/
My secret recipe (well Larry's secret recipe) is after they're cooked put slices of swiss cheese on top - then sour cream and hot sauce.
DELISH!
And yeah - they're fattening and bad for you - but I really don't give a rats. They taste damn good!
I am sorry to hear your first experience with our product wasn't completely amazing. While most people react to our product as though they have found the holy grail, every now and then a burrito dud comes off the line and this one unfortunately landed on your plate. I am not asking to change your opinion, but I would like to give you a chance to try our burritos again for FREE and see if your experience is not a little better. If you have one available, I am also going to suggest sticking your burrito in a panini press for a few minutes after microwaving to achieve toasted tortilla perfection. We have a whole list of ways to cook our burritos at: www.evolfoods.com. Let me know if you would like some free coupons: danielle@evolburritos.com
You just happened to get a dud.
you should check out Sweet Earth burritos in the refrigerated section of stores like Whole Foods. they are delicious, fresh and flavorful... and still pack 20 g of protein. they care about ingredients, so only the best stuff is in there. i love them for lunch and they keep me full through the day.
LOL, @Danielle, "You just happened to get a dud..." So to make it better, you should buy a panini press??? Who the hell has one just lying around?
Nice review, by the way. Still waiting for a frozen burrito that packs some taste.
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