Description
These steak burritos are filled with marinated flank steak, sautéed onions, and bell peppers, all wrapped in warm tortillas and topped with melted cheese. Ideal for a quick dinner or a fun weekend meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1 bell pepper (any color), thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup sour cream (optional, for serving)
- 1 cup salsa (optional, for serving)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the sliced flank steak with olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Ensure the steak is well-coated with the marinade. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes at room temperature, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
- While the steak is marinating, slice the onion and bell pepper into thin strips.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated steak in a single layer and sear for about 2-3 minutes on each side until browned and cooked to your desired doneness. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and bell pepper. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until soft and slightly caramelized. Stir occasionally.
- Return the cooked steak to the skillet with the vegetables. Toss everything together and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Warm the tortillas using one of the following methods:
- Wrap in a damp paper towel and microwave for about 30 seconds.
- Heat a separate skillet and warm each tortilla for about 30 seconds on each side.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C), wrap in foil, and heat for about 10 minutes.
- Lay the warmed tortillas flat. Place a generous portion of the steak and vegetable mixture in the center of each tortilla. Sprinkle with shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.
- Fold the sides of the tortilla inward over the filling, then roll tightly from the bottom, tucking in the sides as you go.
- Preheat the grill to medium heat. Place burritos seam-side down and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown, or heat a tablespoon of olive oil in the skillet over medium heat and cook burritos seam-side down for 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Serve warm with sour cream, salsa, and chopped cilantro if desired.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite vegetables or beans.
- For extra flavor, consider adding spices like smoked paprika or cayenne pepper.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes