The Infamous Carnitas Burrito

The Infamous Carnitas Burrito

Discover the infamous carnitas burrito recipe, a delicious and indulgent homemade version of a famous Mexican street-food classic perfect for game day or your next gathering.

πŸ•’ Prep: 30 minutes Cook: 1 hour Total: 1 hour 30 minutes
🍽 Servings: 2
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: Mexican

Allergens

Dairy, Gluten

Ingredients

  • 1. 2 large flour tortillas 2. 1 cup cooked carnitas (recipe below) 3. 1/2 cup pickled red onions (recipe below) 4. 1/2 cup guacamole (recipe below) 5. 1/4 cup shredded cheese 6. 1/4 cup sour cream 7. 1/2 cup shredded lettuce 8. 1 tomato, sliced 9. Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the carnitas, pickled red onions, and guacamole (recipes below).
  2. Warm the flour tortillas in a pan or directly over an open flame for 10 15 seconds per side.
  3. Assemble the burritos: Spread a layer of sour cream on each warmed tortilla. Add a generous portion of carnitas, pickled red onions, guacamole, shredded cheese, and lettuce. Top with sliced tomato. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Roll the burritos tightly and place them seam side down on a plate.
  5. Serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

Carnitas is an ideal choice for burritos because it's shredded and tender, making it easy to wrap up inside the tortilla.

Notes

Feel free to add your favorite salsa or hot sauce for an extra kick.

Cultural or Historical Background

Burritos have been a staple in Mexican cuisine since the 19th century, with variations of them being served across Mexico and the Southwestern United States.