burrito
A burrito is a staple of Mexican-American cuisine consisting of a flour tortilla wrapped around a variety of ingredients, such as beans, rice, meat, cheese, and salsa. The defining characteristic is the tight, cylindrical fold that keeps the filling securely inside, creating a portable meal that is easy to eat on the go. While it is a casual and beloved comfort food, the term is strictly used for the specific format of the wrapped flour tortilla. It is commonly associated with fast-casual dining and late-night food runs. You will often hear it paired with adjectives describing its heft, such as "a giant burrito" or "a loaded burrito."
In conversation
Lunch break at work
I'm starving, want to grab a burrito?
I'm starving, want to grab a burrito?
Definitely, the place on 5th has the best carnitas.
Definitely, the place on 5th has the best carnitas.
Shows the typical context of casual dining.
Ordering at a food stand
Can I get the bean and cheese burrito with extra guac?
Can I get the bean and cheese burrito with extra guac?
Sure thing, do you want that grilled?
Sure thing, do you want that grilled?
Demonstrates ordering preferences and common add-ons.
Examples
I had a burrito for lunch.
I had a burrito for lunch.
That burrito was so huge I couldn't finish it.
That burrito was so huge I couldn't finish it.
The secret to a perfect burrito is ensuring the tortilla is warm so it doesn't crack while rolling.
The secret to a perfect burrito is ensuring the tortilla is warm so it doesn't crack while rolling.
