Carne Asada Burrito
Marinated beef strips seared until charred, then rolled with cheese and cilantro in a warm tortilla. Fresh, smoky, and ready in 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 580
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
- ¾ lb flank or skirt steak
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 count large flour tortillas
- ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Oaxaca)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- 1
Slice steak against the grain into 1/4-inch-thick strips.
- 2
Toss beef with lime juice, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper. Let sit 5 minutes.
- 3
Warm tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat, 30 seconds per side.
- 4
Heat oil in the same skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, ~90 seconds.
- 5
Sear beef in a single layer without stirring for 2 minutes until edges char.
- 6
Stir and cook 1 more minute until meat is cooked through but still tender.
- 7
Lay a tortilla flat. Add half the beef, cheese, and cilantro down the center.
- 8
Fold in the sides, then roll tightly from bottom to top. Repeat for second burrito.
- 9
Serve immediately with lime wedges and salsa if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- sharp knife
- cutting board
- small bowl
- 12-inch skillet
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