Everyone has their favorite Chipotle order. Whether it is a classic burrito with fresh tomato salsa or a bowl overflowing with fajita vegetables, the hearty, satisfying meal is always a top choice.
Now, a fan-favorite protein returns to the menu. After debuting in 2019, the popular meat has come on and off the menu several times. Now that it is back, guests cannot wait to order it.
Chipotle Brings Back Its Most Searched Item.
According to a recent company announcement, carne asada returns to the menu starting on September 4. The popular protein is back for a limited time. Each serving has 29 g of protein. The exact duration for the offering is unclear.
Carne asada’s bold flavor resonates with guests. Marinated in cumin, garlic and oregano, the combined spices stand up to the hearty beef. Finished with a squeeze of lime juice, the punch of acid keeps the flavor from becoming too heavy.
While guests can order the favorite protein however they choose, Chipotle’s Vice President of Culinary, Nevielle Panthaky’s preferred order is a burrito with white rice, black beans, roasted chili-corn salsa, fresh tomato salsa and cheese. Panthaky believes that the roasted corn brings a hint of sweetness to the dish and the tomato salsa adds a kick of freshness. When combined together, it creates a well balanced bite.
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Fans are Thrilled to Have Their Favorite Protein Back.
When Chipotle alluded to carne asada’s return on Instagram, the reaction was swift. As one person emphatically said, “it BETTER be carne asada.” Another person summarized the enthusiasm with “Please let it be the carne asada I’ll be at chipotle every day.”
Many people seemed to have the inside scoop. Comments like “HALLELUJAH ITS CARNE ASADA” allude to the idea that a few fans got an early taste test of the flavorful protein.
Overall, the enthusiasm for the bold beef is high. Although no one shared their perfect order for the carne asada, it seems likely that many people will be snapping photos of that first bite on September 4.
Since Chipotle is always listening to its loyal fans, it might want to read the recent comments carefully. Given the pleads about honey chipotle chicken, that item might be the next one to return to the menu.
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