Taco Truck Carne Asada Burrito Recipe
If you love Mexican flavors, you will enjoy this Taco Truck Carne Asada Burrito Recipe. It is packed with tender grilled steak, rice, beans, fresh salsa and melted cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 pound flank steak or skirt steak
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup black or pinto beans cooked
- ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ½ cup diced onion
- 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend
- 4 large flour tortillas
- ½ cup salsa or pico de gallo
- 1 lime cut into wedges
Optional:
- Guacamole or sour cream for topping
Instructions
Prepare the Steak
- Trim excess fat from the steak. In a large bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt and pepper. Add steak and coat evenly. Marinate for at least 10 minutes.
Cook the Rice and Beans
- Cook rice according to package instructions. Heat beans in a skillet with a pinch of salt and pepper. Keep warm while grilling steak.
Grill the Steak
- Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill steak 3–5 minutes per side until it reaches desired doneness. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
Prepare Vegetables and Toppings
- Chop fresh cilantro and onion. Slice lime into wedges. Shred cheese and prepare salsa or pico de gallo. This adds freshness and flavor to the burrito.
Warm the Tortillas
- Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable. Warm tortillas help prevent tearing while rolling burritos.
Assemble the Burritos
- Lay a tortilla flat. Add a scoop of rice, beans, sliced steak, onion, cilantro, shredded cheese and salsa. Add guacamole or sour cream if desired.
Roll the Burrito
- Fold the sides in first, then roll tightly from bottom to top. Wrap in foil to hold shape. Burritos are ready to serve immediately or keep warm.
Serve and Enjoy
- Cut in half if desired. Serve with lime wedges on the side. The steak, rice, beans, and toppings make a delicious and hearty meal.
Notes
- Marinate steak 1–2 hours for extra flavor.
- Add grilled peppers or corn for variety.
- Use brown rice for a healthier option.
- Try spicy salsa or hot sauce for heat.
- Wrap burrito in foil to keep warm for later.
- Substitute chicken or shrimp for steak if preferred.
- Add a drizzle of lime crema or cheese sauce for extra richness.