Sizzling Beef & Olive Oil Burrito Recipe
Succulent beef strips marinated in olive oil and garlic create an irresistible filling that's both tender and flavourful. The caramelised onions add natural sweetness, while fresh garnishes bring brightness and crunch. This quick and easy recipe transforms simple ingredients into a memorable meal that's perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- For the beef:
- 200g beef sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- For assembly:
- 1 large tortilla wrap, 25cm diameter
- Fresh coriander leaves, for garnish
- Lime wedges, to serve
Directions
Step 1
Begin by marinating your beef. Combine 2 tablespoons of olive oil with half the minced garlic in a bowl. Add the sliced beef, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Season with salt and pepper, then let it rest for 10 minutes while you prepare other ingredients.
Step 2
Heat a heavy-bottomed frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the remaining olive oil and wait until it's shimmering - this is crucial for achieving the perfect sear on your beef.
Step 3
Add the sliced onions to the pan with a pinch of salt. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they're soft and caramelized to a beautiful golden brown. The onions should be sweet and jammy. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
Step 4
Return the pan to high heat. Once it's smoking hot, add the marinated beef in a single layer - don't overcrowd the pan, work in batches if needed. Cook for 2-3 minutes until nicely browned, then flip and cook for another minute until just done.
Step 5
Return the caramelized onions to the pan with the beef, add the remaining garlic, and toss everything together for 30 seconds until fragrant. Remove from heat.
Step 6
Warm your tortilla in a dry pan for 20 seconds on each side until pliable. Place it on a clean work surface.
Step 7
Arrange the beef and onion mixture in the center of your tortilla, leaving about 5cm at the bottom. Don't be shy with the filling, but don't overfill or it'll be difficult to wrap.
Step 8
To wrap, fold the bottom edge up over the filling, then fold in the sides. Roll tightly from the bottom up, keeping the sides tucked in. The tighter your roll, the better it'll hold together.
Nutrition per serving
Sunnah
Learn simple practices and etiquettes found in the tradition that transform every meal into an act of worship, increase you in beneficial knowledge and add barakah into every bite.
Sacred Guidance
Beef
The Prophet ﷺ commanded a cow to be slaughtered and then distributed its flesh.
Garlic
The Messenger of Allah ﷺ was staying with Abu Ayyub. When he ate some food, he would send what was left to him. So one day he sent him some food but the Prophet ﷺ did not eat from it.
Onions
The Prophet ﷺ said, 'Whoever has eaten garlic or onion should keep away from us (or should keep away from our mosque).'
Olives
Season your food with olive oil and anoint yourselves with it, for it comes from a blessed tree.
Olive oil
Eat olive oil and use it on your hair and skin, for it comes from a blessed tree.
Prophetic Etiquette
Sit down to eat, rather than eating while standing or walking.
Eat from what is nearest to you on the plate, and do not reach across for food that is distant.
Take small morsels of food, and chew your food well.
Do not blow on hot food or drinks; allow them to cool naturally.
Do not eat or drink from gold or silver utensils.
Lick your fingers clean before wiping them, as there may be barakah in what remains on them. Then wash your hands.
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