Description
These Carne Asada Street-Style Tacos are a delicious and authentic Mexican dish that will transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of Mexico. Tender marinated steak, fresh cilantro, and zesty lime come together in a flavorful taco that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Marinade:
- 1 1/2 pounds flank or skirt steak
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Additional:
- 12 small corn tortillas
- 1/2 cup diced white onion
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Marinate the Steak: In a medium bowl, whisk together lime juice, orange juice, soy sauce, olive oil, garlic, jalapeño, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Marinate steak for at least 2 hours.
- Grill the Steak: Preheat grill. Grill steak for 4-5 minutes per side. Rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly and chop.
- Prepare Tortillas: Warm tortillas until soft and pliable.
- Assemble Tacos: Fill tortillas with carne asada, onion, and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- Char tortillas for extra flavor.
- Customize with avocado, radishes, or salsa.
- Leftover carne asada is great in burritos or salads.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
