Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 tbsp

canola oil

2 unit

lime juice

1 unit

orange zest

2 unit

orange juice

4 clove

garlic

rough chopped

0.75 cup

onion

finely chopped

1 tbsp

chili powder

1 tbsp

ground cumin

1 tbsp

kosher salt

2 unit

skirt steak

cut in half

6 unit

flour tortillas

heated

4 unit

tomatoes

seeded, julienned

1 cup

pumpkin seeds

toasted

4 cup

fresh cilantro

leaves and tender stems

1 cup

fresh parsley

leaves

2 unit

lime juice

0.5 cup

extra-virgin olive oil

2 unit

jalapenos

seeds and ribs removed, chopped

12 unit

tomatillos

husks removed and cleaned

3 clove

garlic

skin intact

2 unit

plum tomatoes

1 unit

yellow onion

skin and root intact, quartered

1 unit

dried ancho chile

1 unit

poblano chile

0.25 cup

fresh cilantro

leaves

1 tsp

agave nectar

1 unit

lime juice

Step 1
~3 min

Prepare the marinade by mixing canola oil, lime juice, orange zest and juice, garlic, onions, chili powder, cumin, and salt in a bowl.

Step 2
~3 min

Adjust seasoning of the marinade to taste.

Step 3
~3 min

Transfer the marinade into a large freezer bag.

Step 4
~3 min

Add the skirt steak to the bag and marinate in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Step 5
~3 min

Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and lightly coat with canola oil.

Step 6
~3 min

Remove the steak from the marinade and grill for 5 to 7 minutes per side, until charred and crusty.

Step 7
~3 min

Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for 10 minutes.

Step 8
~3 min

Slice the steak thinly against the grain.

Step 9
~3 min

Prepare the cilantro pesto according to the recipe.

Step 10
~3 min

Prepare the charred salsa according to the recipe.

Step 11
~3 min

Toast pumpkin seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5-6 minutes until golden and fragrant.

Step 12
~3 min

To make cilantro pesto, combine cilantro, parsley, olive oil, lime juice, and jalapenos in a food processor and pulse until smooth but slightly chunky.

Step 13
~3 min

Season the cilantro pesto to taste.

Step 14
~3 min

Heat a large grill pan to medium-high heat to make charred salsa.

Step 15
~3 min

Add tomatillos, garlic, tomatoes, onion, ancho, and poblano chiles to the hot grill pan.

Step 16
~3 min

Char the vegetables and chiles on all sides until blackened in parts, then transfer to a cutting board.

Step 17
~3 min

Soak the charred ancho chile in hot water for 8-10 minutes until softened.

Step 18
~3 min

Remove the stem and seeds from the softened ancho chile.

Step 19
~3 min

Remove the stem and seeds from the charred poblano chile, and the stem and skins from the charred garlic cloves and onion quarters.

Step 20
~3 min

Combine the soaked ancho and poblano chiles, tomatillos, garlic, tomatoes, onion, cilantro, agave, and lime juice in a food processor and blend until mostly smooth to finish charred salsa.

Step 21
~3 min

Season the charred salsa with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 22
~3 min

To assemble the burrito, place a heated flour tortilla flat and spread with an even layer of cilantro pesto.

Step 23
~3 min

Sprinkle with julienned tomatoes and pile on the sliced carne asada.

Step 24
~3 min

Wrap the burrito tightly and eat whole, or slice in half on the bias.

Step 25
~3 min

Serve the burrito with plenty of charred salsa for dipping.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the steak for at least 4 hours for best flavor.

Don't overcook the steak; it should be medium-rare to medium.

Toast the tortillas for a warmer, more pliable wrap.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The marinade and salsa can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium-High
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with Mexican rice and refried beans.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican Rice
Refried Beans
Guacamole
Corn Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Popular street food and restaurant dish in Mexico and the United States.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Fiestas

Occasion Tags

Casual Gathering
Weekend Dinner
Game Day

Popularity Score

75/100

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