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Steak Burrito

Restaurant-quality steak burritos made at home in 30 minutes with tender, flavorful steak wrapped in soft tortillas with crispy edges. Packed with seasoned steak, melted cheese, rice, beans, and all your favorite toppings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 burritos
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 620

Ingredients
  

For the Steak
  • 1 pound flank or skirt steak sliced thin against the grain
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Burritos
  • 4 large flour tortillas 10-inch size
  • 2 cups cooked white or Spanish rice
  • 1 can black beans drained and warmed
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 1 cup pico de gallo or fresh salsa
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 tablespoon butter for searing

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Cast iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan
  • Large non-stick skillet for searing burritos
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Paper towels
  • Foil for wrapping

Method
 

  1. Pat your steak dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Slice the steak against the grain into thin strips about 1/4-inch thick.
  2. Combine cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and chili powder in a small bowl. Toss the steak slices with this spice blend, salt, and pepper so every piece gets coated evenly.
  3. Heat oil in a cast iron skillet over high heat until it shimmers and just starts to smoke. Add the steak in a single layer and let it cook undisturbed for 2 minutes so it develops a crust, then stir and cook for another 2 minutes until cooked through but still slightly pink inside.
  4. While the steak finishes cooking, warm your flour tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over a gas flame for about 20 seconds per side.
  5. Place a tortilla on a clean surface and spread a thin layer of sour cream down the center. Layer rice, black beans, a handful of cheese, steak, and avocado in a vertical line across the middle, leaving space at the top and bottom.
  6. Fold the bottom of the tortilla up and over the filling, tuck it underneath the pile, then fold in the sides tightly. Roll upward, keeping tension the whole time so everything stays compact and wrapped snugly.
  7. Assemble the remaining three burritos using the same method, layering ingredients in consistent amounts.
  8. Melt butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and place each burrito seam-side down. Sear for 2 minutes until golden brown, then carefully flip and sear the other side for another 1 minute.
  9. Serve immediately while the exterior is crispy and the inside is hot.

Notes

Slice your steak against the grain for maximum tenderness. Don't overfill your burritos or they'll burst open. Warm all components before assembly so your burrito stays hot. Store cooked burritos in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze uncooked burritos for up to 3 months.