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A San Diego classic, this hearty burrito is packed with juicy carne asada, crispy french fries, melty cheese, and fresh pico de gallo. No rice or beans needed for this flavor-packed meal, perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner.
Marinate the Carne Asada
Prepare Pico de Gallo and Guacamole
Cook the French Fries
A San Diego classic, this hearty burrito is packed with juicy carne asada, crispy french fries, melty cheese, and fresh pico de gallo. No rice or beans needed for this flavor-packed meal, perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner.
This mexican_american recipe takes 50 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 883.06 calories per serving with 63.54g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
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Grill the Carne Asada
Chop the Steak and Warm Tortillas
Assemble and Roll the Burritos
Substitute the carne asada with pollo asado (marinated grilled chicken) or al pastor (marinated pork).
Add a drizzle of sour cream or Mexican crema inside the burrito for extra richness.
Replace the steak with thickly sliced, marinated, and grilled portobello mushrooms and use a vegetarian-friendly cheese.
Add a few dashes of your favorite hot sauce or include minced serrano peppers in the pico de gallo for an extra kick.
The carne asada provides a substantial amount of high-quality protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscles, supporting immune function, and maintaining overall body tissue.
Avocados, the main ingredient in guacamole, are packed with monounsaturated fats. These beneficial fats contribute to heart health by helping to lower bad cholesterol levels.
Beef is a prime source of heme iron, which is easily absorbed by the body and crucial for preventing anemia. It also supplies zinc, a mineral vital for a strong immune system and wound healing.
A typical homemade California Burrito is a very hearty meal, containing approximately 1100-1300 calories. The exact number depends on the size of the tortilla and the amounts of steak, fries, cheese, and guacamole used.
While delicious, a California Burrito is an indulgent, high-calorie meal rich in fats, sodium, and refined carbohydrates. It's best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet. It does provide significant protein from the steak and healthy fats from the avocado.
The defining feature of a California Burrito is its filling: it traditionally contains carne asada and french fries. Unlike many other burrito styles, it typically omits rice and beans.
Absolutely! Cooking the french fries in an air fryer is a great way to reduce the overall fat content. Cook them according to your air fryer's instructions until they are golden and extra crispy before adding them to the burrito.
Flank steak and skirt steak are the two best cuts for authentic carne asada. They are flavorful, hold up well to marinades, and cook quickly over high heat, resulting in a tender bite when sliced against the grain.
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