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Homemade California Burrito

A hearty San Diego classic featuring tender steak and crispy fries wrapped in a soft tortilla.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 14, 2026
Homemade California Burrito
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Prep
15 minutes
Cook
15 minutes
Total
30 minutes
Serves
4

There is nothing quite like the combination of seasoned carne asada and golden crispy fries tucked inside a warm burrito. This recipe brings that famous West Coast flavor into your own kitchen for an easy lunch or dinner that feels like a real treat.

My best tip for success is to make sure your fries are nice and crunchy before you add them to the wrap. This keeps everything tasting fresh and prevents the inside from getting soggy before you take that first delicious bite.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups frozen french fries, cooked until golden
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup fresh guacamole
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup mild or hot salsa

Instructions

  1. 1

    Season the steak slices with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

  2. 2

    Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.

  3. 3

    Cook the steak slices for about 5 minutes until they are browned and cooked through, then set them aside.

  4. 4

    Warm the flour tortillas in a clean pan or the microwave so they are soft and easy to roll.

  5. 5

    Place a handful of steak, cooked fries, shredded cheese, guacamole, sour cream, and salsa in the center of each tortilla.

  6. 6

    Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll it tightly to close the burrito.

  7. 7

    Place the burritos seam side down in a warm pan for one minute to seal the edges before serving.

💡 Tips

Serve these right away while the fries are still crispy. If you need to store leftovers, keep the components separate and assemble the burritos right before you plan to eat them to ensure the best texture.

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