Jul 14 2026
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Burrito California Recipe

Inspired by Las Margaritas - Mexican Restaurant
Time30m
Serves1

12-inch grilled flour tortilla filled with steak or chicken, rice, guacamole, and beans.

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Ingredients

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Tortilla

Protein

Rice

Guacamole

Beans

Method

Prepare Guacamole

  1. 1

    Mash Avocado

    Cut the ripe avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Mash it with a fork until smooth or desired consistency.

  2. 2

    Mix Ingredients

    Add lime juice, salt, diced onion, and chopped cilantro to the mashed avocado. Mix well to combine and set aside.

Cook Protein

  1. 3

    Prepare Steak or Chicken

    Season the steak or chicken with salt and pepper to taste. Grill or pan-sear over medium-high heat until fully cooked, approximately 5-7 minutes per side for steak and 6-8 minutes for chicken. Let rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Assemble Burrito

  1. 4

    Warm Tortilla

    Heat the flour tortilla on a skillet for about 30 seconds on each side to make it pliable.

  2. 5

    Layer Ingredients

    On the center of the warm tortilla, layer the cooked rice, sliced steak or chicken, guacamole, and canned black beans.

  3. 6

    Roll Burrito

    Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling and roll tightly from the bottom up to enclose the filling.

Serve

  1. 7

    Slice and Serve

    Cut the burrito in half if desired and serve immediately with extra guacamole or salsa on the side.

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