Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Carne Asada Mexican Street Tacos, a delightful dish perfect for any gathering or cozy weeknight dinner. These tacos feature juicy, marinated flank steak seared to perfection, enveloped in warm corn tortillas and topped with fresh cilantro, onions, and a zesty squeeze of lime. Customize each taco with your choice of toppings, from spicy salsa to creamy guacamole, making every bite a unique experience. Whether you’re hosting a taco night or simply craving authentic Mexican cuisine at home, this recipe promises an explosion of flavors that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs flank steak
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Salt, to taste
- 12 small corn tortillas
- ½ cup diced white onion
- ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges, for serving
- Crumbled cotija cheese (optional, for garnish)
- Optional toppings: Salsa, guacamole, jalapeños, or hot sauce
Instructions
- Marinate the steak by mixing olive oil, lime juice, garlic, and spices in a bowl. Place the steak into a resealable bag with the marinade and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat a cast-iron skillet over high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade and cook for about 3-5 minutes per side until desired doneness.
- Let the steak rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
- Warm corn tortillas in a skillet until pliable.
- Assemble tacos by filling tortillas with sliced steak and topping with onions and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (150g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added heat, consider adding jalapeños or hot sauce as toppings. Feel free to experiment with different toppings like crumbled cotija cheese or pickled onions.