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    Recipes » Main Course Recipes » Mexican Main Courses

    Carne Asada Burrito Recipe

    Published: Jun 18, 2019 · Modified: Jun 4, 2020 by Marissa Stevens · 24 Comments

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    My favorite Carne Asada Burrito recipe is simply a warmed tortilla slathered with creamy refried beans and topped with succulent slices of carne asada, jack cheese, buttery avocado, spicy pico de gallo, and rich sour cream (or Mexican crema). Carne Asada Burritos make a seriously satisfying meal and are a hearty and delicious way to feed a hungry group!

    carne asada burrito cut in half and served on a slate board

    There are a couple of things I love about Carne Asada Burritos and Carne Asada Tacos, beyond the fact that I love to eat them! One, they stretch the steak, which tends to be the expensive part of the meal, without compromising flavor. Two, they're such a versatile crowd pleaser - serve tortillas and toppings family style and let everyone assemble their own exactly the way they like it. A fun and festive meal with the bonus of being less work for the hosts!

    Carne Asada Burrito FAQs

    What is an authentic Mexican burrito?

    In Mexico, it's not uncommon to find burritos made with just refried beans and meat wrapped in a flour tortilla. But here in the US, they vary widely and are often loaded with ingredients like: Spanish or regular rice, lettuce, salsa, cheese, guacamole, sour cream, grilled onions, etc. Some even include French fries, like the 'mythical' California Burrito.
    I have to admit that rice (or Spanish rice) is the one ingredient that I avoid when ordering a burrito. To me it just seems like filler and distracts from the burrito's superstar ingredients, i.e., everything else! I may be in the minority on this since it's such a common component, so feel free to add it here. And if you're serving these to a group, it doesn't hurt to have rice available as a topping (I typically do).

    How do you wrap a burrito?

    To wrap a burrito: layer the bottom center of a large flour tortilla with your desired ingredients, leaving a generous border on all sides and taking care not to overstuff. Fold the edge of the tortilla nearest you over the filling, using your fingers to enclose the filling. Fold tortilla edges toward the center and continue rolling until you have a tightly wrapped cylinder.

    You can assemble Carne Asada Burritos with steak fresh off of the grill (or Carne Asada made in the oven), but it's also a great way to use up leftover steak if you're lucky enough to have it (Carne Asada Nachos, Carne Asada Quesadillas and Carne Asada Fries are other great ways!). Quickly heat thin slices of leftover carne asada in a pan on the stovetop and proceed with the recipe.4 part image of steps to wrap a burrito.

    How to Make a Carne Asada Burrito

    Step 1: Warm large flour tortillas on the grill or in a dry pan on the stove top. To the bottom center of the tortilla spread on refried beans then top with slices of carne asada, avocado slices, shredded cheese, pico de gallo and sour cream.

    Making a carne asada burrito step by step

    Step 2: Wrap bottom side of tortilla over filling, fold in sides and continue rolling into a tight cylinder. Serve.

    tortilla stacked with ingredients ready to roll into a carne asada burrito
    rolled carne asada burrito

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    Carne Asada Burrito cut in half

    Carne Asada Burrito

    Marissa Stevens
    Carne Asada Burritos are a a delicious way to turn grilled carne asada into a party!
    5 from 11 votes
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    Prep Time 30 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 45 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Mexican
    Servings 6 people
    Calories 703 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    For the Carne Asada tacos

    • 1 recipe Carne Asada
    • 6 large flour tortillas

    Toppings

    • 1 recipe Pico de Gallo
    • 2 cans refried beans or 2 ½ cups homemade refried beans
    • 6 ounces shredded jack cheese 6 ounces or more
    • 2 medium avocados peeled, seeded and thinly sliced
    • sour cream to taste
    • hot sauce such as Tobasco or Cholula, optional

    Instructions
     

    • Prepare Carne Asada according to this recipe.
    • In a dry pan on the stove top or on a hot grill, warm tortillas about 30 seconds per side. Transfer to platter and cover with foil to keep warm.
    • To assemble a burrito, spread refried beans on the bottom center of a tortilla. Top with ⅙ of the Carne Asada, cheese, avocado slices, Pico de Gallo, sour cream and hot sauce (optional). Fold bottom side of tortilla over toppings and gently pull back to shape filling. Fold up both sides of tortilla toward the center and tightly roll into a cylinder. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
    • Alternatively, serve warmed tortillas with thinly sliced Carne Asada and individual toppings family-style letting everyone assemble their own burritos.

    Notes

    1. When serving these to a group, you may want to have plain or Mexican Rice (made in a rice cooker) or Mexican Cauliflower Rice available as a topping. 
    2. If you're assembling burritos ahead of eating them, wrap in foil to keep warm.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 703kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 46gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 1331mgPotassium: 863mgFiber: 9gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 510IUVitamin C: 11.1mgCalcium: 295mgIron: 5.3mg
    Keyword 4th of July, Cinco de Mayo, easy, father's day, Independence Day, keto, low carb
    Tried this recipe?I'd love to see it! Tag me on Instagram at @pinchandswirl or leave me a comment and rating below.

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    1. KD says

      November 09, 2021 at 12:07 pm

      I am trying this recipe tonight, so can’t wait to see how it turns out, but wanted to see if you could share exactly which shells you use for these burritos? Thanks

      Reply
      • Marissa Stevens says

        November 09, 2021 at 12:55 pm

        Hi KD. I typically use De Casa brand tortillas. They're an Oregon based brand, so I'm not sure how wide their distribution is. My advice is to look for tortillas that are stored in a refrigerated section of your local grocery store as they tend to be made without preservatives and have a more 'homemade' texture.

        I hope you'll love the burritos!

        Reply
    2. Rosamonde Simone @ KetoBotyToneAvis says

      August 15, 2019 at 11:23 pm

      5 stars
      Your 'carne-asada-burrito-recipe' looks very delicious and I love it. Thank you for sharing it.

      Reply
    3. Kelly | Foodtasia says

      June 26, 2019 at 10:28 am

      5 stars
      Marissa, this looks heavenly! I can't think of anything I'd rather eat for dinner!

      Reply
    4. Kevin says

      June 21, 2019 at 11:09 am

      5 stars
      As if your post for carne asada didn't make my mouth water enough now you've really got me starving for this burrito! Can not wait to try!

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        June 25, 2019 at 2:33 pm

        Ha! Love it, Kevin. Thank you!

        Reply
    5. Valentina says

      June 20, 2019 at 12:53 pm

      5 stars
      SO delicious looking! I love your each of your recipes leads into the next. 🙂 I want this for lunch. Today!

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        June 25, 2019 at 2:33 pm

        Wish I could share! Thank you, Valentina!

        Reply
    6. annie@ciaochowbambina says

      June 20, 2019 at 4:55 am

      5 stars
      Have I shared with you the love my son has for burritos? He will be a happy clam when I treat him to this! WOW! Thank you!! Shared! xo

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        June 25, 2019 at 2:34 pm

        Thank you, my friend!

        Reply
    7. Dawn - Girl Heart Food says

      June 19, 2019 at 6:35 am

      5 stars
      All I can say is 'wow'!! This seriously looks like a flavour bomb, my friend! You don't even know how badly I wish I could grab that from my screen right now. Thanks for the wrapping instructions...I'm so terrible at wrapping those 😉

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        June 19, 2019 at 10:48 am

        You just need some practice, Dawn! Make a batch of these burritos and you'll be a pro. 😉 Thanks for the sweet comment, my friend!

        Reply
    8. David @ Spiced says

      June 19, 2019 at 5:26 am

      5 stars
      Oh man, this burrito looks amazing, Marissa! You had me at the carne asada post, but now you've turned that steak into something even more amazing. You make an excellent point about stretching the dollar by using carne asada steak in a burrito. Plus, burritos are delicious! Also, I've never heard of this California Burrito...but I'm intrigued! I don't think I can find that one here on the East Coast, so I'll just have to do the next best thing and make one myself! 🙂

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        June 19, 2019 at 10:48 am

        Always better at home anyway, right!? Thanks, David!!

        Reply
    9. Macy Brown From MakeTheBread says

      June 19, 2019 at 12:14 am

      5 stars
      This is such a mouthwatering recipe till now, and it looks soo yummy & sound more delish...i will trying to making it...Thanks for sharing..!

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        June 19, 2019 at 10:46 am

        Thank you, Macy!

        Reply
    10. angiesrecipes says

      June 18, 2019 at 7:59 pm

      wow what a burrito! My mouth is drooling terribly 🙂

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        June 19, 2019 at 10:46 am

        Then my work is done. 😉 Thanks, Angie!

        Reply
    11. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

      June 18, 2019 at 6:58 pm

      5 stars
      These look totally mouthwatering Marissa! My son Casey would be a huge fan!

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        June 19, 2019 at 10:49 am

        Thank you, Mary Ann!

        Reply
    12. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

      June 18, 2019 at 4:50 pm

      5 stars
      Just when I thought Carne Asada couldn't get any better, you dazzle me with this burrito!! Seriously, this looks insanely delicious!!!!! I'll be making extra Carne Asada this weekend, because I also need these burritos in my life! Pinned!

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        June 19, 2019 at 10:49 am

        aww, thank you, Cheyanne!

        Reply
    13. Joanne says

      June 18, 2019 at 12:02 pm

      5 stars
      I can literally eat this every day!

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        June 19, 2019 at 10:49 am

        Me too! Thanks, Joanne!

        Reply

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