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Toasted steak and cheese dirty fry burritos on a black plate, topped with scallions and melted cheddar, served with a dipping sauce and fries.

Steak & Cheese Dirty Fry Burritos – Bold, Cheesy, and Seriously Satisfying

Derek
Bold and satisfying, these Steak & Cheese Dirty Fry Burritos are packed with seared steak, crispy fries, melty cheddar, caramelized onions, and chipotle crema—wrapped in a golden toasted tortilla. It’s an indulgent, crave-worthy twist on the classic burrito that brings comfort food to a whole new level.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American Tex-Mex Fusion
Servings 4 burritos
Calories 680 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb flank or sirloin steak thinly sliced
  • 2 cups French fries baked or fried
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 4 large flour tortillas 10-inch
  • 1 medium onion thinly sliced
  • ⅓ cup chipotle crema or sour cream + chipotle sauce
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder (to season steak)
  • Optional: pickled jalapeños guacamole, or hot sauce

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Cook the Fries
    Bake or air-fry the fries according to package directions. You want them golden and crispy.
  • Step 2: Sauté the Onions
    In a large skillet, heat olive oil and cook the onions over medium heat until soft and caramelized (about 8–10 minutes). Set aside.
  • Step 3: Sear the Steak
    Season the steak slices with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Sear them in the same skillet over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through, about 3–4 minutes per side. Let rest before slicing thinner, if needed.
  • Step 4: Build the Burritos
    Lay each tortilla flat. Add a handful of fries, steak, caramelized onions, shredded cheese, and a drizzle of chipotle crema.
  • Step 5: Roll & Toast
    Fold in the sides and roll into burritos. Place seam-side down on a hot skillet and toast for 1–2 minutes per side until golden.
  • Step 6: Slice & Serve
    Cut in half and serve with extra crema or hot sauce.

Notes

Chef Derek’s Secret Tips

  • Use garlic-parmesan fries for a next-level flavor boost—trust me, it makes the whole burrito pop.
  • Let the steak rest before slicing so all those juices stay locked in.
  • Wrap burritos tight and toast seam-side down first so they stay sealed and crispy.
  • Grate your own cheese—pre-shredded doesn't melt as creamy.
  • Mix chipotle sauce with sour cream and a splash of lime for a smoky-creamy drizzle that cuts through the richness.
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