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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
Carne Asada Burrito
casualsatisfyingtex-mexbeeftenderjuicyMain courseweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Slice steak against the grain into 1/4-inch-thick strips.

  2. Step 2

    Toss beef with lime juice, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper. Let sit 5 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Warm tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat, 30 seconds per side.

  4. Step 4

    Heat oil in the same skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, ~90 seconds.

  5. Step 5

    Sear beef in a single layer without stirring for 2 minutes until edges char.

  6. Step 6

    Stir and cook 1 more minute until meat is cooked through but still tender.

  7. Step 7

    Lay a tortilla flat. Add half the beef, cheese, and cilantro down the center.

  8. Step 8

    Fold in the sides, then roll tightly from bottom to top. Repeat for second burrito.

  9. Step 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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