Mission-style Burrito

The Mission-style burrito, also known as the San Francisco burrito, is a large, tightly wrapped flour tortilla filled with a hearty combination of ingredients. Typical fillings include rice, beans, meat (like carne asada or carnitas), cheese, salsa, and often sour cream or guacamole. It originated in the Mission District of San Francisco, California, in the 1960s.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is very high in carbohydrates and fat, with a substantial amount of protein from the meat and beans. A single burrito can easily range from 800 to over 1,200 calories, providing significant energy but also a large portion of daily recommended intake for sodium and saturated fat.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	850 kcal
Protein	45 g
Carbs	95 g
Fat	32 g
Fiber	15 g
Sugar	8 g
Sodium	1800 mg
Iron	6 mg
Calcium	250 mg
Potassium	800 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin A	150 mcg
Thiamin (B1)	0.5 mg
Folate	120 mcg
Phosphorus	400 mg

Per 1 burrito (450 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the Mission-style burrito is a defining example of Mexican-American fusion cuisine, reflecting the innovation of the Mission District. Nutritionally, its massive size and dense filling make it a complete, calorie-dense meal, often considered a 'food bomb' due to its high energy content.