Homemade California Burrito Recipe

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A close-up of a California burrito recipe cut in half, showing layers of guacamole, sliced steak, crispy fries, and melted cheese inside a flour tortilla. The burrito halves are stacked on a white plate.

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Homemade California Burrito Recipe

This California Burrito Recipe features tender carne asada, crispy French fries, fresh guacamole, and melted cheese wrapped in a warm flour tortilla. Ready in 55 minutes with simple ingredients!

Prep Time15

Cook Time10

Resting Time:30

Total Time55

Servings:

Calories: 1187kcal

Author: Melissa Griffiths

Ingredients

1 ½ pounds flank steak cut into strips
½ cup lime juice
½ cup olive oil
1-2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
4 large tortillas
1 cup guacamole
1 cup pico de gallo
¾ cup cheddar cheese
2 cups French fries cooked (homemade or frozen)

Instructions

If you haven’t already, cook your fries according to the package directions.
Place your steak strips, lime juice, olive oil, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, and salt in a large bowl. Use a fork to fold the ingredients together and then cover the bowl with plastic wrap. Allow the steak to marinate in the fridge for 30 minutes.
1 ½ pounds flank steak, ½ cup lime juice, ½ cup olive oil, 1-2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt
Cook the carne asada strips in a pan over medium-high heat for about 7 minutes, or until the reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
Place a few strips of carne asada on each flour tortilla followed by French fries, guacamole, pico de gallo, and cheddar cheese.
4 large tortillas, 1 cup guacamole, 1 cup pico de gallo, 2 cups French fries, ¾ cup cheddar cheese
Fold the sides of the tortilla inward and then roll the burrito tightly to prevent any filling from falling out.
Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Time-Saving Meat Option: Pre-sliced stir fry beef makes an excellent substitute for flank steak and significantly reduces preparation time.

French Fry Flexibility: Any preferred french fry works well in these burritos, from shoestring to steak fries.

Tortilla Size Matters: Opt for the largest tortillas available to accommodate generous fillings and ensure easier rolling without spillage.

Cheese Varieties: Beyond cheddar, pepper jack, Monterey jack, or a Mexican cheese blend all melt beautifully in these burritos.

Extended Marinating Time: For deeper flavor development, the steak can marinate for several hours or even overnight—the longer it sits, the more flavor it absorbs.

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