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Carne Asada Street Taco Recipe

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A simple and flavorful carne asada street taco recipe featuring juicy marinated steak grilled to perfection, served on warm corn tortillas with fresh toppings. Perfect for family dinners and casual cookouts.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 to 2 pounds flank or skirt steak
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • A handful fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 12 small corn tortillas (about 4-inch diameter)
  • 1/2 cup diced white onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2–3 fresh limes, cut into wedges
  • Salsa verde or favorite hot sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Make the Marinade (5 minutes): In a medium bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, pepper, and chopped cilantro.
  2. Marinate the Steak (At least 1 hour, up to 4 hours): Place flank or skirt steak in a shallow dish or zip-top bag and pour marinade over it. Ensure meat is fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  3. Preheat Your Grill (10 minutes): Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
  4. Grill the Steak (10-12 minutes): Remove steak from marinade, letting excess drip off. Grill about 5-6 minutes per side for medium-rare to medium until edges are charred and inside is juicy.
  5. Rest and Slice (10 minutes): Let steak rest on cutting board for 10 minutes. Slice thinly against the grain.
  6. Warm the Tortillas (5 minutes): Place corn tortillas on grill for 30 seconds to 1 minute per side until warm and slightly charred.
  7. Assemble Your Street Tacos: Pile sliced carne asada onto warm tortillas. Top with diced onions, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime. Add salsa or hot sauce if desired.

Notes

Let the steak rest after grilling to keep juices locked in. Slice against the grain for tenderness. Use fresh lime juice for best flavor. Warm tortillas just before serving to avoid brittleness. Marinate at least 1 hour for best results. Adjust grilling time for different cuts of beef or proteins.

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Keywords: carne asada, street tacos, grilled steak, Mexican tacos, easy taco recipe, family dinner, marinade, corn tortillas

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