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California Style Burrito

Cultural Context

The California Style Burrito originated in San Diego, California, blending traditional Mexican flavors with local ingredients. Known for its hearty filling, it often includes items like French fries or carne asada, showcasing the region's culinary creativity. This burrito has gained popularity beyond California, becoming a staple in many parts of the U.S. and inspiring variations worldwide.

Mexican-AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 pound wagyu beef
1/4 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves minced garlic
2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce
2 avocados
lime
roma tomatoes
green jalapeños
red jalapeños
cilantro
queso Chihuahua cheese
pork cheese blend
Mexican crema
sriracha sauce

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: monterey jack cheese

Monterey jack is often less expensive and melts well.

grilled chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Canned chicken is a budget-friendly protein option.

flour tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole wheat tortillas

💰Cheaper: corn tortillas

Corn tortillas are often less expensive and gluten-free.

1

Prepare marinade with 1/4 cup orange juice, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 cloves minced garlic, and 2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce.

2

Marinate 1 pound of cubed wagyu beef in the marinade for 3 to 4 hours.

3

Preheat the Traeger Flat Rock griddle on high with one burner.

4

Add a little oil to the griddle and sear the marinated beef until it has nice color, about 3-4 minutes, without worrying about the final temperature.

5

Warm a tortilla on the low side of the grill for about 30-45 seconds.

6

Layer the tortilla with queso Chihuahua cheese, pork cheese blend, and some avocado.

7

Add pickled red and green jalapeños, avoiding excess pickle juice.

8

Spoon some Mexican crema and sriracha sauce onto the tortilla.

9

Add more cheese on top and attempt to roll the burrito tightly.

10

Seal both ends of the burrito and place it on the cutting board to finish.

11

Cut the burrito in half to reveal the filling.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

Traeger Flat Rock griddlecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

California BurritoBurrito California

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