Carne Asada Burro Recipe

Appetizers

1. 1

   Prepare the carne asada marinade

   In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, orange juice, lime juice, minced garlic, jalapeño, ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.

2. 2

   Marinate the steak

   Pat the flank steak dry. Place in a zip-top bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over. Seal and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 4 hours.

3. 3

   Make pico de gallo

   In a bowl, combine diced tomatoes, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Toss, taste, and adjust salt. Let rest while preparing other components.

4. 4

   Make guacamole

   In a bowl, scoop out the avocados and mash to desired texture. Stir in diced red onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt until well combined.

5. 5

   Cook cilantro-lime rice

   Cook the rice according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and mix in chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice to taste.

6. 6

   Warm beans

   Heat black beans in a small pot over medium-low heat. If using canned beans, simmer with a pinch of salt.

7. 7

   Warm tortillas

   Warm tortillas on a dry skillet or in a warm oven until pliable and lightly charred.

8. 8

   Cook carne asada

   Preheat grill or grill pan to high. Remove steak from marinade; reserve marinade. Grill steak 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare to medium. Rest 5-7 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.

9. 9

   Assemble burritos

   Place a tortilla on a work surface. Layer a line of rice, beans, carne, pico de gallo, guacamole, and shredded cheese in the center. Fold in the sides and roll tightly. Repeat with remaining tortillas.

10. 10

    Serve

    Cut burritos in half if desired and serve with extra lime wedges.