Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Carne Asada Tacos, a delightful dish that will elevate your mealtime experience. With tender marinated beef grilled to perfection, these tacos promise an explosion of taste in every bite. The zesty marinade, featuring fresh citrus and aromatic spices, infuses the meat with incredible flavor, ensuring it remains juicy and succulent. Each taco is a canvas for customization; top them with homemade pico de gallo and creamy guacamole for an unforgettable culinary adventure. Perfect for any gathering or a cozy weeknight dinner, these Carne Asada Tacos are not just a meal but an invitation to celebrate flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds flank steak
- Juice of 2 limes
- Juice of 1 orange
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup finely chopped cilantro
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 ½ teaspoons Kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 12 corn tortillas
- Pico de gallo (homemade or store-bought)
- Guacamole (homemade or store-bought)
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together lime juice, orange juice, olive oil, garlic, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Place flank steak in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over it. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for maximum flavor.
- Preheat a cast-iron skillet or grill over medium-high heat. Remove steak from marinade and discard leftover liquid. Cook steak for about 5-7 minutes on each side for medium-rare.
- After cooking, let the steak rest for 10 minutes before slicing against the grain into thin strips.
- Warm corn tortillas in a skillet until pliable. Assemble tacos by layering sliced steak and topping with pico de gallo and guacamole.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tacos
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg